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City council narrows down District 4 vacancy choice to three Former member Weidmann, former candidate Miquel, newcomer Whitely in running BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Centennial’s northeastern region, District 4, is set to be represented on city council by either a former eightyear councilmember, a former District 4 candidate from November’s municipal election or a Piney Creek community leader. The initial field of nine applicants to fill the vacant seat on council saw a narrowing down at a Jan. 22 special meeting, where city council selected the three front-runners to be interviewed in another public special meeting on Feb. 7 to help choose who will be appointed. “I was impressed with the number and quality of candidates that applied for the District 4 vacancy,” said Mayor Stephanie Piko, whose election to the mayoral seat left one of two District 4 seats open. Councilmember Marlo Alston, who won a razor-thin election race after a recount in November, holds the other seat. Each of Cententennial’s four districts has two seats on the nine-member council, which includes the mayor. Council has also discussed the possibility of having another round of interviews or having a meet-and-greet

event with the three front-running applicants, said Allison Wittern, spokeswoman for the city. The councilmembers had the choice of holding a special election or appointing the new member themselves. They opted for the latter, partly to avoid the cost and partly to have a full nine members seated without waiting what would likely be multiple months. “Council has worked diligently to create an open and fair process for” filling the vacancy, Piko said. “I look forward to the interviews on Feb. 7.” The top three picks include Ron Weidmann, a former councilmember who served District 4 from 2006-14. Weidmann has been involved with a laundry list of boards, governmental districts and community organizations, including the Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority, the Centennial Land Use Committee, Arapahoe Park and Recreation District, the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce Legislative Action Committee and the Smoky Hill Homeowners Association. He’s retired, and he last worked as a commercial security and disaster planner in the commercial and federal sectors, according to his application for the vacancy spot. Citizens will see a familiar name in John Miquel, another front-runner, who ran against Alston in the District 4 election Nov. 7. He is the smallbusiness owner of and attorney at the Law Firm of John F. Miquel. He was

South Suburban seeks nominations for board positions BY STAFF REPORT

The South Suburban Park and Recreation District is accepting nominations for three board of directors positions from qualified members of the community. The election is May 8. Interested candidates must be registered to vote in Colorado and must be either a resident of the district, or an owner, a spouse or a civil union partner of an owner of taxable real property or personal property in the district. A self-nomination and acceptance form must be filed with the district before 5 p.m. March 2. Forms and information are available from South Suburban Park and Recreation District, 6631 S. University

Blvd., Centennial, or by calling 303483-7011. The five-member board of directors is elected at large to four-year terms, on a nonpartisan basis. The board meets the second and fourth Wednesday evening of each month at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Additional study sessions or special meetings are called as needed. New directors will be compensated up to $2,400 per year. Board members include John Ostermiller, Mike Anderson, Pam Eller, Scott LaBrash and Jim Taylor. Ostermiller, Anderson and Eller cannot run due to term limits. To learn more about the election, go to ssprd.org/election.

previously a manager and corporate trainer in the hospitality industry. Miquel completed Centennial 101, a seven-week program that teaches residents how the city government works, in 2016 and has attended most council meetings and budget workshops since then, according to his application for the vacancy spot. Sarah Whitely serves the Piney Creek neighborhood as president of the Piney Creek Community League, which provides activities and events to residents. Whitely has worked in sales and marketing in the radio-advertising industry, and she’s self-employed as a real-estate broker. She led the young-professionals fundraising arm of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Indiana for multiple years, according to her application for the vacancy spot. That foundation is a nonprofit that works to search for a cure for the disease. Responding to changing planning and zoning issues as the city grows, continuing to lead on technology and innovative city programs, and reaching a new generation of constituents are the top three issues Whitely identified for the city. “When Centennial was founded, there was a clear understanding of why (people) incorporated and what the citizens wanted from their newly formed government,” Whitely said in her application. “Today, we have become a hot spot for young families and a bit of a transition city. I believe

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that what matters to them might be different, and we need to be sure we are addressing new concerns.” For Miquel, the top three issues are traffic, updating the city’s aging commercial developments and ensuring sustainable expansion in service and retail, and preserving neighborhoods and open space amid development. The city should deal “with traffic congestion by implementing a modern transportation plan, working with partners in the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Regional Transportation District (RTD) as well as neighboring jurisdictions to allow our citizens to travel safely and efficiently throughout the city and beyond,” Miquel said in his application. Weidmann, in his application, pointed to citizen safety, maintaining roads in “the best condition possible,” inviting annexation where possible to enhance city services and “staying the course” with the city’s fiber-optic cable infrastructure as the most important priorities for Centennial. The other six applicants who did not make the interview round, according to Wittern, are Charlette Fleming — Alston’s other opponent in last year’s municipal elections — and Jeffrey Turner, Samantha Roe, Lisa Van Bramer, Elizabeth Ybarra and Ray Wendell. There is still no firm timetable for when the city will swear in the new councilmember.

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High Line Canal plans moving forward Conservancy begins next phase of enhancing, preserving waterway BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Efforts to preserve and enhance the High Line Canal are becoming more fleshed out in 2018, as the nonprofit High Line Canal Conservancy launched the second phase of significant planning for the canal’s future. The Conservancy, founded in 2014, is a philanthropic effort to plan for the protection of the High Line Canal, a 71-mile waterway and adjacent trail that serves as a beloved route for hiking and biking. The Conservancy’s goal is to coordinate the development of recreational opportunities and preserve the natural environment along the canal, which meanders through 11 jurisdictions and is managed by Denver Water. It runs from Waterton Canyon above Chatfield Reservoir, and winds up on the outskirts of Denver International Airport near the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge. The group recently announced that it is launching Phase II of its multistage efforts to preserve the canal. Called the Framework Planning stage, the effort builds on the Vision Stage, completed last year, which utilized

Blue, a 3-year-old Labrador, retrieves a tennis ball along the High Line Canal as it flows through deKoevend Park in Centennial. DAVID GILBERT meetings with thousands of community members to establish a vision for the canal’s future. The Framework plan, due to be finalized in fall 2018, will lay out more concrete plans for the canal. According to a news release, these include developing additional open

space and trailheads, installing canalbranded directional and interpretive signage, enhancing road crossing safety, eliminating or bridging “trail gaps,” establishing guidelines for landscaping, trees and stormwater, developing health and education programs, and long-term permanent

protection and maintenance. “We’re looking at high-impact projects that would be communitysupported and make a big difference,” said Meredith Wenskoski, the Conservancy’s project manager and president of Livable Cities Studio, an urban design and landscape architecture firm. Wenskoski said the group’s challenge is to balance the needs and resources of the 11 jurisdictions the canal flows through. “We’re trying to create a cohesive vision or plan that celebrates the uniqueness of the entire canal while allowing for customization,” she said. “When you go through Cherry Hills or Littleton or Greenwood Village, it’s a slow, sleepy trail. When you get into Denver and Aurora it’s much more urban in feel. The big goal is to establish continuity along its length while making sure we’re thinking about natural characteristics.” Wesnkoski foresees working on five to 10 larger projects along the length of the canal, such as new trailheads, stormwater improvement, or enhancing open space areas. There are many more community meetings to come, with several open houses in March and September. New trail signage in the form of sandstone mile markers could start going up as early as this fall, Wenskoski said. SEE CANAL, P11

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Students in Littleton Public Schools get new start times District says delaying when teens arrive has positive impacts BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Students at Littleton Public Schools should be able to rest a little easier this fall, after the district approved a plan to juggle what time of day different grade levels start in the morning, a move officials say more closely aligns with how kids are wired to sleep. Starting in August, high school and middle school students will go in roughly an hour later than they currently do, while elementary school students will go in earlier. The changes follow similar moves by a number of districts in the state and nationwide, guided by research that says teenagers’ natural sleep cycle means they perform better if allowed to fall asleep later and get up later, while little kids are already bouncing off the walls by the time the sun comes up. “We cannot refute the need to do what’s right by our adolescent kids by letting them stay in bed longer in the morning,” said LPS Superintendent Brian Ewert. “We’re not trying to make the argument that kids will get more sleep — the research is clear that

kids need sleep at a particular time, after 11 p.m. all the way to almost 9 in the morning. It’s been replicated multiple times that when adolescents sleep makes a difference in their behavior, mental health Ewert and ability to learn.” Littleton’s three high schools now start at 7:20 a.m. and are done by 2:20 in the afternoon. Starting this fall, they’ll start at 8:30 a.m. and end at 3:31 p.m. “Starting high school as early as we do currently is really something of an urban phenomenon, driven by the demands of the transportation system,” Ewert said. “Most rural schools don’t start that early.” Ewert said there are only so many buses and drivers to go around in the district, and rural districts often have the luxury of delivering kids to one or two campuses, rather than the numerous schools of LPS.

sistance from Dr. Lisa Meltzer, a sleep expert at National Jewish Health in Denver. Teens have a need for eight to 10 hours of sleep a night, the document says, though nearly three-quarters get less than eight. The document lists a number of dire consequences of inadequate sleep among adolescents, including increases in inattention, impulsivity and risk-taking behaviors, as well as greater risk of feelings of depression and suicidal ideation. Lost sleep coincides with an increase in car crashes, obesity and heart disease, it says, and impacts academic performance. Teens’ brain chemistry means they can’t easily fall asleep earlier, the document says, and it isn’t until the final hours of the early morning that teens’ brains go into “deep sleep” mode. “This is not coddling, but using developmentally appropriate expectations to help adolescents succeed,” the document reads in part.

Sleeping on it District officials arrived at the decision after holding dozens of forums with parents and teachers, according to a news release, as well as a pair of surveys that showed broad support for the changes. The release lists a lengthy bibliography of studies backing up the decision. Sleeping later has myriad benefits, according to a document published by the district and developed with as-

Time crunch The changes could have big impacts on school athletics, with sports practices and games all pushed later in the afternoon, and in some cases well after dark, said Brock Becker, Heritage High School’s athletic director and assistant principal. “It’s a scheduling challenge for sure,” Becker said. “Trying to fit in our lower-level teams and varsity programs when everything’s pushed back

an hour will be tough to figure out.” LPS only has one lighted stadium, at Littleton High School, and ordinances require that the stadium quiet down by 10 p.m. and have lights out by 10:30. “When daylight is at a premium, you can’t work around that,” Becker said. “We’re looking at how we’ll get enough lower-level baseball games in.” Still, Becker said he sees the change to later start times as a net positive. “Student athletes are out so late anyway,” Becker said. “If a basketball game ends by 9 p.m., those players are going home and trying to come down after the intensity of a game and be back here by 6:30 in the morning. It’s tough on them, so we’re excited to see what this has to offer.” Not everyone’s convinced. Arapahoe High School sophomore Rebekah Heath said the change will cut into her golf time, and mean changes to her speech and debate schedule. “My golf is going to be screwed up,” Heath said. “Our practice times will be shorter, and I suspect we’ll miss more school.” Heath said her speech and debate team may move their practices to before school and meet more days a week. “I don’t mind waking up early,” Heath said. “It gives me more time to do stuff after school when it’s still light out. I actually wake up at 4:45 every morning because I have a SEE START, P7

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Grief in wake of Adams County deputy shooting Many questions surround Jan. 24 shooting near Thornton BY SCOTT TAYLOR STAYLOR@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The only thing that the Adams County Sheriff ’s Department was saying officially about a Jan. 24 shooting in the 8700 block of Dawson Street was that one of their own, 31-year-old Deputy Heath Gumm, had been shot and killed. From Sheriff Michael McIntosh to District Attorney Dave Young, officials were silent on just about everything else they know about the shooting, from what led up to it to what kind of weapon was used. Via Twitter on Jan. 26, the sheriff ’s office identified 22-year-old Dreion Martise Dearing as the suspected shooter, but McIntosh declined to talk about the suspect and demanded that media not use his photograph. Dearing was in court Jan. 26 facing charges of first-degree murder of a police officer, assault and burglary and was due back in court Jan. 31 for a formalcharges hearing. It’s a sad, difficult time for his office, McIntosh said at Jan. 26 press conference, before asking the media to give deputies the weekend off from media questions. McIntosh said police were no longer looking for two other men involved in the incident. McIntosh said deputies were able to contact the two and met with them. They have not been charged with any crime and are free, he said. Investigators released the Dawson Street crime scene the afternoon of Jan. 26, but McIntosh said police were still speaking with potential witnesses. McIntosh said there were no other updates and that no other information would be released over the weekend. A funeral for Deputy Gumm has been scheduled for 11 a.m. Feb. 2 at Flatirons Community Church, 355 W. South Boulder Road in Lafayette. McIntosh also said his department was attending three funerals for retired sheriff ’s office personnel over the weekend and into this week, including a service for former Sheriff Bill Shearer. “The Adams County Sheriff ’s Office, right now, is grieving, we are hurting and we are doing an investigation,” McIntosh said. “We are running hard and trying to make sure we are covering all of the appropriate information that we need to cover. We need some time this weekend to make sure we are connecting the dots to everything that is going on.” Assault reported Gumm was among the Adams County deputies who responded to reports of an assault in progress at 7 p.m. Jan. 24 on Dawson Street near 87th on reports of an assault in progress. When told the suspect had fled the scene, deputies began searching

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C People leave flowers on an Adams County cruiser, part of an informal memorial to Adams County Deputy Heath Gumm during a press i a conference at the Adams County Sheriff’s Department substation, 74th and Colorado Boulevard, on Jan. 25. Gumm was killed Jan. 24, and people began leaving mementos on a county cruiser in his honor. PHOTOS BY SCOTT TAYLOR s c Donated flowers, stuffed animals, i HOW TO HELP balloons and candles were later moved h to decorate a sheriff ’s department W vehicle near the site. Families and The Adams County Sheriff ’s Foundation is b mourners continued to come to the collecting donations for Gumm’s family at a site over the weekend. adcosheriffsfoundation.org/donate That outpouring was recognized by The Gumm family has asked that in lieu of e flowers people donate to Children’s Hospital. Gumm’s wife, parents and siblings. i The family issued a letter Jan. 26 s thanking the community for their a for two other men regarding their support. involvement in the initial assault. “We have truly been amazed by the r McIntosh said police had the area generous nature of the community,” c Adams County Sheriff Michael McIntosh i shut down within 30 minutes of the the family said in their letter. “Our speaks with the press during an shooting. The neighborhood is located hearts are warmed by the display of y afternoon conference Jan. 25 at the b in unincorporated Adams County, one compassion from complete strangsheriff’s department substation at block east and south of Thornton’s ers who stood, and continue to stand, o Colorado Boulevard and 74th about the fi southern municipal boundary. alongside our family.” shooting a night earlier that claimed the It remained that way until late the life of one of his deputies, Heath Gumm. McIntosh said his office had created t afternoon of Jan. 25, with crime-scene a link off of the sheriff office’s web tape and police vehicles blocking both page (www.adamssheriff.org/deputy- p the area and contacted a male that sides of the 8700 block of Edison, gumm) to provide information about d matched suspect descriptions, accordo Desoto and Dawson street. Police kept Gumm, the shooting, donations in ing to the sheriff ’s office’s original p the middle of the block of Dawson his honor and upcoming memorial news release. a services. According to the release, the suspect Street isolated until they released the scene on Jan. 26. McIntosh said the department has h ran and deputies pursued him behind a nearby house, where he allegedly been working with the family to find a o p Schools closed pulled out a gun and began shooting, good venue for a memorial service. Mapleton Public Schools closed striking Gumm in the chest. The funeral itself has been sched- g Gumm was taken to an area hospital 11 area schools on Jan. 25 due to uled for 11 a.m. in Lafayette’s Flatpolice actions while Adams County and pronounced dead there. Gumm irons Community Church. That’s lived in Westminster with his wife and 12 Five Star Schools closed five of a non-denominational church with family members. He had been with the their schools for the day. All schools an auditorium that seats up to 3,000 reopened on Jan. 26 and classes reAdams County Sheriff ’s Office since people. sumed. 2012. He noted that Colorado’s law The Adams County Sheriff ’s Office McIntosh said Gumm was wearing enforcement community had been set up a public tip line, 720 322-1313, to a tactical vest that the deadly bullet through a similar experience within collect information about the shootbypassed. the past month when Douglas County b ing. “There are places on a vest that are Sheriff ’s Deputy Zackari Parrish was s Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper not protected, and sometimes this is shot to death by a suspect on New ordered flags flown at half-staff in what we see,” McIntosh said. “Until Year’s Eve. fi Gumm’s honor on Jan. 25. we get further into it, we will not His Jan. 5 funeral drew more than s At the Adams County Sheriff ’s Ofknow what happened, whether it was 5,000 mourners, and McIntosh said p fice substation at 72nd and Colorado a failure of the vest or if it struck an he expected a similar response for Boulevard, mourners and well-wisharea the vest did not cover.” Gumm. f ers brought food and water for depuThe suspect, meanwhile, ran off “It takes a huge venue and a lot of k ties and built a makeshift memorial to but was later found and taken into logistics to put it together,” McIntosh c honor Gumm. custody. Deputies continue looking said. m

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5 Questions for Jeff Machusko

‘Jeopardy!’ contestant on Jan. 25 and data analyst from Pennsylvania

What is “lifelong dream”? Jeff Machusko is a Centennial resident who competed on “Jeopardy!” — fulfilling a longtime dream — on the episode that aired Jan. 25. After an audition in Denver, Machusko, a data analyst, went on as a contestant and earned $1,000 on his first episode. He won’t continue on in the show, but he walked away with “lifelong memories,” he said. Here’s his story and how he became a contestant on the popular game show.

How did you end up in Centennial? I’m 32 and have been living in Centennial for four years. I grew up in western Pennsylvania and bounced around a bit after college. I finally settled in the Denver area in 2012 and couldn’t be happier. My wife and I love it here and are closing on our first house next week! When did you know you wanted to become a data analyst? How did you achieve that? I’ve always enjoyed math and science — so much that I double-majored in physics and mathematics at Pennsylvania State University. I started out as a mathematician calculating the returns on slot machines and other casino games. From there, I moved into software development for a couple years, and those skills are a good fit in big data. None of this was ever part of a plan. I just try to work on things I find interesting. I work at Charter Communications, where my official title is senior product intelligence developer, which doesn’t really mean anything to anyone. Data analyst is easier to say. Our products and internal services generate petabytes of data that I and others help process, aggregate and report on. The work I put together goes to product owners and executives to help guide their decisions and in one case

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before-school church class. I’ve never struggled to stay awake.” Heath’s mom Jean Baker, who has five kids enrolled at LPS from preschool to high school, said she supports the change. “I can see the whole perspective for what it’s like for a high school kid,” Baker said. “The fundamental concept, that teens need later sleep, makes sense. You have to shift and

Alex Trebek, left, host of the game show “Jeopardy!,” stands with contestant Jeff Machusko. Machusko, a Centennial resident, competed on the episode that aired Jan. 25. PHOTO COURTESY OF JEOPARDY PRODUCTIONS INC. went to the (Federal Communications Commission). When did you become interested in “Jeopardy!”? Watching “Jeopardy!” was a nightly family activity growing up. I used to count how many I could get right in an episode, and it was a good evening when I needed to use my toes to keep track. Years later, it was an early spark between my now wife and me. One of our friends somehow got us an autographed photo from Alex Trebek as a wedding gift. Was being a contestant always a dream for you? Yes! There’s an online pre-test once a year that can qualify you for an in-person audition. Luckily, the auditions were in Denver this past year. At the audition, there’s a written test reconfigure. Otherwise it’s just too early for high school kids to get up and function.” Elementary level Elementary students will start their days earlier, with start times being bumped back from as late as 9:06 a.m. to as early as 7:50. The change makes sense given the nature of younger kids, said Runyon Elementary School third-grade teacher Leslie Csikos. “Our kids go to bed the earliest, and they’re more raring to go first thing,” Csikos said. “I think this will be great.”

What were you expecting as a contestant? How’d you do? This was my first time being on television. I suppose I expected the tapings to be impersonal and “another day at the office” for the production crew. I’m glad I was wrong. I had a blast. That set, the board, the buzzers, Alex: I had been watching all these for 30 years. To be there, to meet Trebek — I’ll never forget it. I was surprised by how friendly everyone working there was. All the contestents show up with nerves, but by the end of the day, you feel like you’re at home. I was very impressed by Trebek. All of a week’s episodes are taped in

one day, which takes hours. During every break, he’d field questions from the audience and answer with sincerity. When you get to see behind the TV magic, and you to talk to him face to face, he’s a genuinely nice guy. I lost the game but got to walk away with $1,000 and lifelong memories ... I did get a Daily Double where I won the maximum $2,000. It put me back in the game, but a very tough Final Jeopardy that none of us answered correctly was enough to seal defeat. Last night was a lot of fun. Seeing myself on TV was a new experience. My friends back in Pennsylvania held a viewing party. I even made some fans from around the country — people I’ve never met were sending me encouraging messages on Facebook, and old friends I haven’t spoken to in years let me know they were watching. It was a very positive evening.

The change will likely mean fewer before-school activities, said fellow Runyon third-grade teacher Carol Zimmerman, but will likely work out in kids’ favor. “It’ll be fun to try something new,” Zimmerman said. “We never want to make the kids an experiment, and that’s not the purpose of this. We feel pretty confident this will be beneficial.” Zimmerman said the new schedule could prove challenging for parents juggling day care times and commutes, but she feels confident there’s enough time to sort that all out before the changes take place in August.

Both Csikos and Zimmerman said the change is beneficial for them personally, as they’ll have more afterschool time to catch up on grading papers or have a life outside of school. Ewert said he feels Littleton is at the vanguard of a growing movement toward later start times for older students, backed by hard-to-dispel science. “Some people will call this an inconvenience, irritation or even a hardship,” Ewert said. “Given all that, I’m thoroughly convinced the school board acted in a courageous way. I think it’s just the right thing to do.”

of 50 “Jeopardy!” clues followed by a short live game against other potential contestants, including interviews, like on the show. Last year was the third one I had been to.

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When Cindy Dasslinger Vasilas moved her Scented Studio to 3437 S. Broadway, it made Englewood home to a unique business where staff assists customers to create their own unique fragrance. “When I decided to make fragrance creation my career, I searched to see if there were similar businesses,” the Centennial resident said. “I found a few businesses but all of them helped customers create fragrances that were used to make specific products like bath oils, perfumes or soap. We offer

customers the opportunity to create their own fragrance that can be used perfume, cologne, bath oil, soap and number of other bath and beauty products.” She said no formal training was available, and neither were owners of other shops she could ask about setting up and operating the business. So she did an extensive amount of reading and even then, a lot of the lessons were learned by trial and error. “It is a matter of training the olfactory senses to respond and be open to detecting a wide range of fragrances,” she said. “Basically the primary skill is to have a nose for fragrances.” People coming into the Scented Salon are greeted by staff members who tell them about the cabinets filled with prepared products. An individual who want to create his or her own fragrance then joins a staff member at the oil table, where

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of those who take advantage of our services would be men,” she said. “The surprise is that about 49 percent of our clients are men.” The Scented Salon opened in Cherry Creek mall area. After six years, their building was scheduled for demolition and the decision was made to move to the Broadway location in Englewood. The business opened in the new location in May 2017. “We are glad to be in Englewood and just love it here,” she said. “We were welcomed to Englewood by city officials and other merchants.” She added that return clients are a big part of the business and getting the word about what the studio does is because it offers a unique service. But she said the business has done OK so far and, as the word gets out, the hope is more people will come in and learn about unique fragrance creation.

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MILESTONES Cole Baker, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at the University of Delaware. Rebecca A Beaty, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s honor roll at Baylor University. Molly Bibeau, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 president honor roll at Adams State University. Emma E Black, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s honor roll at Baylor University. Celeste Borg, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Hastings College. Maddie Jack Bredehoeft, of Centennial, was named a Presidential Scholar for the spring 2017 semester at Clarkson University. Bredehoeft is a sophomore majoring in environmental engineering. Kevin Burke, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at the University of New Hampshire. Burke is majoring in business administration, finance. Dylan Cavey, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 vice president honor roll at Adams State University. Trinity Cerza, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Montana State University. Ian Mitchell Cobb, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 president’s list at Gonzaga University. Rachel Conn, of Centennial, graduated in December from Iowa State Uni-

versity with a bachelor of arts degree in world languages and cultures. Conn was magna cum laude. Conn also was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list. Erin Nicole Cooper, of Centennial, graduated in December from Baylor University with a bachelor’s degree in education, health science studies. Christian Corah, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 president honor roll at Adams State University. James William Cox, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s honor roll at Baylor University. Julia A Drexelius, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 president’s list at Gonzaga University. Katherine Dee Drexelius, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 president’s list at Gonzaga University. Keegan E. Fulwider, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Gonzaga University. Benjamin Jerome Glunz, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Gonzaga University. John Grunst, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 president’s list at Montana State University. Deborah Catherine Holmes, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s honor roll at Baylor University. Matthew Thomas Horn, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s honor roll at Baylor University. Nicholas Iwata, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at

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William O’Connor, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Carthage College. Kerry Michael O’Rourke, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s honor roll at Baylor University. Russell Powell, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Ithaca College. Powell is majoring in television-radio. Kayla Rondinelli, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Ohio Wesleyan University. Eve Rosenthal, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at the University of Hartford. Mary Satkowski, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at University of Saint Mary. Gabriel Schulze, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Montana State University. Trent John Smiley, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 president’s list at Gonzaga University. Jacob Smith, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Montana State University. Joseph Martin Stanton, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Iowa State University. Stanton is majoring in marketing. John Stewart, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 president’s list at Montana State University. SEE MILESTONES, P14

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Entities along the canal are working closely with the group. “We’re at every public planning and process meeting,” said Rob Hanna, the executive director of South Suburban Parks and Recreation, home to a seven-mile stretch of the canal. “Those are the best seven miles, in my opinion,” Hanna said. “Frankly, we see ourselves as a model of what the canal can be. We make sure the trees are trimmed and safe, the trails are maintained, and that we’re maximizing the natural beauty of the area.” Hanna said South Suburban has contributed $60,000 to the conservancy. “The community really does embrace this trail,” Hanna said. “It’s a great project, and trail enhancements are high on the list of every priority survey we conduct with the public.” The conservancy, largely bankrolled by private citizens, has been exceeding expectations for its ability to raise funds for canal enhancements, said Harriet LaMair, the group’s executive director. “We said our aspiration as an organization was to provide a third or a half of the cost of improvements of the trail,” LaMair said.

“We’re setting money aside for implementing this framework plan, and hoping to incentivize the public to put up money too.” The conservancy has gotten a big response to its Be a High Line Hero initiative, which seeks to enroll sponsors to support the group, for as low as $5 for youths or $35 for adults. The effort garnered a thousand members in its first nine months, LaMair said, and she hopes for more soon after a mailer goes out in Littleon. LaMair said she hopes the group’s efforts help engender a shift in thought about the canal in places where it’s been underutilized in the past. “We want to see developers who are building along the canal start to embrace it as a wonderful amenity rather than turning their backs on it,” LaMair said. LaMair’s got big dreams for the canal, especially as the southern terminus of the trail connects to the legendary Colorado Trail, which traverses the high Rockies and ends near Durango. With the northern terminus near DIA, LaMair fantasizes about connecting all of them. “Can’t you just imagine someone getting off a plane at DIA with a backpack and just hitting the trail?” LaMair asked. “How cool would that be? In the meantime, we’ve got plenty of work to do.”

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have a suggestion: Do not eat laundry pods. However, if you use noodle soup to clean the tub, I may be wasting my time In 2017, there were more than 12,000 calls to U.S. Poison Control because of exposure to laundry pods. They come in colorful wrappers and may look like delicious, fruity candy. However, most of the items sold on the very same aisle, things like disinfectants and grout cleaners, are not intended for consumption. Someone said we eat with our eyes first. I know what it means, but it still sounds absurd. There are words of warning on every box of pods. There are words of warning on dry cleaning bags too. “Don’t put this bag over your head, and then sit down and read a book.”

Don’t. Don’t. Don’t. Half the fun of life is learning things the hard way. Don’t run around with scissors. You’ve heard that expression. I have never met anyone who ran around with scissors. However, I have met someone who has gone swimming almost immediately after eating a full meal. Me. Some people are exceptionally cautious, and some people throw caution out the window. The Wallendas, for example. I am very thankful I was not born into that family. I am thankful my father did not do a lot of things that I might have been trained or tempted to do. He could have been a wing walker. I don’t even like to be inside an airplane. Wing walking was popular in the 1920s.

Walkers would walk on airplanes that were right side up and upside down. No one is going to say that I lived a life of gusto and verve. I don’t drive fast, or admire anyone who does. I have never walked on the wild side. However, I once tried a Burrito Supreme. I also spent a few tense minutes on The 10 in southern California, driving a Volkswagen that was on fire. It wasn’t intentional. The circus is — or was — full of daredevils, as they are called. I don’t even want to walk down an icy driveway. Men have been shot out of cannons. I have shot out of meetings with motivational speakers. SEE SMITH, P13

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e all have known someone someone who was very close to me who has sadly passed and my family. Her name was Dr. Jill away. And many times we Pechacek. She was our family doctor find ourselves answering for more than 17 years. You may a very common question have known Dr. Jill and maywhen we speak with another WINNING be even know how she passed person who just found out away. But instead of talking WORDS about someone’s passing, about how she passed, is it “How did he or she die?” OK if I share with you how That’s usually the first she lived? question right? It’s natural “Every office visit began curiosity and basic human with a hug and a smile. instinct to want to know. I These were genuine hugs would like us to challenge and smiles. Each office visit ourselves to ask a different included caring and thoughtquestion the next time we ful questions. Any time spent find ourselves in the same with Dr. Jill felt like she truly position. If we are ever Michael Norton cared for you. She served asked how another person hundreds of patients, but passed away, our new rewhen she was with you she sponse should be, “First can I share made you feel like you were her only with you how he or she lived?” patient. I was traveling on business As people pass away, the reasons or in Mexico a few years ago and unforcauses aren’t nearly as important as tunately became very sick, endhow the person spent their time here ing up in a hospital in Monterrey, on earth. Who were they? What did Mexico. We called Dr. Jill and she they do? What were they passionate literally stayed up through the night about? How did they bring joy to oth- speaking with the doctors at the ers? How did they serve this world? hospital. She made sure I was OK What was the most amazing memoto travel and that I was OK. Not an ry you have of that person? You see, on-call doctor, she personally stayed how they passed away isn’t the story, with me by telephone all night long. the story is how they lived. Let me share with you a story of SEE NORTON, P13 Columnists & Guest Commentaries

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Program helps preserve Roxborough State Park GUEST COLUMN

John Liberatore

oxborough State Park is a National Natural Landmark, a Colorado Natural Area and a National Archaeological District that has been established to protect the scenic beauty and resource diversity of the park and surrounding area. Because Roxborough State Park is considered by many as one of the “crown jewels” of the Colorado state park system, many visitors come to enjoy the park’s beauty, unique geology and rock formations, abundant and diverse flora and fauna, and the oneness they gain with nature during their hikes. To minimize the adverse impacts being seen at the park as a result of increased visitation and some of those visitors not recreating in a responsible way, Roxborough State Park has created a partnership with the national program Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. Through funding from nonprofit orga-

SMITH FROM PAGE 12

In 1974, Philippe Petit walked between the Twin Towers on a high wire. There’s a documentary about it, “Man on Wire,” that gets a 100 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. I recommend it. Unless you have vertigo. I also recommend “Vertigo,” a 1958 Alfred Hitchcock movie that features the longest kiss in film history. It was also the first film ever to use computer graphics. Now you can’t trust films to tell the truth, because special effects can make anything look possible. There was a time when stunts were actually performed without tricks and safety nets.

NORTON FROM PAGE 12

“There must be hundreds of patients with similar stories because that is how Dr. Jill lived. How she lived was with love, kindness, caring, genuine sincerity, smiles, hugs, wisdom and warmth. She lived with intentional and focused love for her children, she lived as a proud mom. I could have easily just told you how she passed away with two words and been done with it. But I would have missed out on an opportunity to share with you who she was and how she lived. And I would have missed the warmth that fills my heart and the tears of love and appreciation that are rolling down my cheek right now as I tell you how she lived.” Someday, hopefully a long time from now, someone will ask someone else how we passed away. And wouldn’t it be great if they would stop and say, “Can I first share with you how they lived?” And then when they share how we lived, what will that sound like? Will they say we lived with purpose, passion, and joy? Will they say we were awesome loving spouses and parents?

nizations, including the Colorado Parks Foundation and the Friends of Roxborough State Park, and additional support from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the park’s staff and a volunteer naturalist team are implementing a comprehensive program to help all visitors learn about minimal impact hiking and recreation as part of the overall Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics initiative of “Leave No Trace in Every Park.” The park staff and its 110 volunteer naturalists are deeply committed to protecting and preserving the beauty of the park by educating the public through the Leave No Trace program. This program includes educating Roxborough visitors on the seven principles of Leave No Trace to help ensure they recreate in an environmentally responsible way. These principles are: (1) Know Before You Go, (2) Stick To Trails, (3) Trash Your Trash,

(4) Leave It As You Find It, (5) Be Careful With Fire, (6) Keep Wildlife Wild and (7) Share Your Trails. The park is focusing on programs for the public, local schools, Junior Naturalists, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and all park visitors. To find out more about the Leave No Trace program at Roxborough State Park and its 2018 scheduled activities and events, you can visit the park’s website at cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Roxborough or by directly contacting the park at (303) 973-3959 or at roxborough.park@ state.co.us. To learn more about Leave No Trace, visit www.LNT.org. To learn more about the Colorado Parks Foundation, visit www.coloradoparksfoundation. org. Information on the Friends of RoxboroughState Park can be found on the park webpage shown above. John Liberatore is a volunteer naturalist at Roxborough State Park.

Buster Keaton did his own stunts. In “Steamboat Bill, Jr.” a six-ton house almost falls on him. His crew begged him not go through with it. (It can be seen on YouTube.) If it were filmed today, the house would be an illusion created on a computer. Parents: There is something called the “Tide Pod Challenge.” You might want to look into it if you have teenagers in the house. The possible side effects of biting into a laundry pod include death, so wash out your clothes with soap, not your mouth. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net

Will they say we lived as a loving servant to God? Will they say how we made them laugh, helped them fulfill their dreams, listened to them when they needed us most? Will they say we were a difference maker in their life? Will they say we filled them with faith, hope, and love? Or will they say something else about us? If we think about this right now, and if we really don’t like what we think people might say about how we lived, there is still time to change that. I mean, if you are reading this column right now there is still time for sure. The wrong question to ask is, “How did they pass away?” The right question to ask is, “Can you tell me how they lived?” So how about you? Are you creating memories for others who will one day happily share how you lived? I bet you are and I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com. And when we can remember and then share how our friends and loved ones lived, it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the president of the Zig Ziglar Corporate Training Solutions Team, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.

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Businesses that benefit community to be honored STAFF REPORT

The City of Centennial is seeking local businesses that implement, are involved in or contribute to local programs or projects that benefit the local community. These programs could be related to product development, technical innovation or civic/philanthropic engagement. The goal is to learn more about

what businesses are doing in the community and share it with others. To be considered, email your story, in 500 words or less, by 5 p.m. Feb. 23 to awittern@centennialco.gov. Businesses that are selected will be notified by the end of February or early March, and will be honored at the 2018 State of Our City event from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 12 at the Embassy Suites hotel.

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Kelsie Strobel, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Lehigh University. Jenae Stutzman, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Goshen College. Stutzman is a junior majoring in molecular biology/biochemistry, and is a graduate of Littleton High School. Jonathan C Wu, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s honor roll at Baylor University. Elana Marie Zykan, of Centen-

nial, was named to the fall 2017 president’s list at Gonzaga University. Mohmmed Alonizi, of Greenwood Village, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Youngstown State University. Alonizi is studying mechanical engineering. John Hayes, of Greenwood Village, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Augustana College. Ryan O’Rourke, of Greenwood Village, was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Emerson College. O’Rourke is majoring in comedic arts. Madison Megan Schmitz, of Greenwood Village, was named to the fall 2017 president’s list at Gonzaga University.

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Austin Parr, manager of Discount Fishing Tackle, shows a student at Bear Creek Lake Park how to ice fish during its 101 class on Jan. 20. PHOTOS BY CLARKE READER

Ice fishing is winter highlight ICE FISHING EQUIPMENT • Fishing license • Ice bibs and park • Warm clothes — wool or synthetic material recommended over cotton • Hat or face mask • Gloves • Ice picks • Digital sonar • Fish ﬁnder • Underwater camera • Lake maps • Small snow shovel • Scoop • Jaw spreader or hook remover • Rod stands • Spud bar or ice chisel • Gas or electric auger • Bucket • Cooler or zip lock • Ice hut • Chairs • Heaters • Sunglasses or sunscreen • Snacks and water • Emergency blanket

Bear Creek Lake Park ice fishing students test out the waters during their first ice fishing experience on Jan. 20.

Anglers along Front Range have opportunity to hone different set of skills BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

There’s a lot to know to have a successful ice fishing trip, but one thing is really important to know, particularly for first timers — ice is noisy. Stepping out onto Lakewood’s Bear Creek Lake Park for one of its ice fishing 101 courses, instructors are quick to calm first timers when the sounds of the ice moving and cracking starts occurring. “I tell people that it’s never 100 percent safe going ice fishing, ut as long as the

ice is at least 3.5 to 5 inches thick, you should be fine,” said Luke Wilson, one of Bear Creek’s rangers. “And these sounds are actually good — it’s the sound of ice expanding.” During the winter months, there are places along the Front Range and in the mountains where anglers can still engage in their favorite hobby — Bear Creek Lake Park, Chatfield and Cherry Creek Reservoirs, and Evergreen Lake. “The ice is not monitored for safety and fishing is entirely at the anglers’ own risk,” said Drew Sprafke, park supervisor of Bear Creek Lake Park. This is a constant at most ice fishing lakes. “All state fishing laws apply and are enforced, including bag limits, fishing licenses, no ice fishing holes over 10 inches in diameter, and no vehicles are allowed on the ice.” SEE FISHING, P18

ICE FISHING RESOURCES Conditions statewide: http://cpw.state. co.us/thingstodo/Pages/StatewideFishingConditions.aspx Discount Fishing Tackle: 2645 S. Santa Fe Drive, Denver 303-698-2550 www.discountfishingdenver.com Fishing atlas: http://ndismaps.nrel.colostate.edu/index.html?app=FishingAtlas Fishing report: http://cpw.state.co.us/ thingstodo/Pages/FishingReports.aspx News and events: http://cpw.state.co.us/ thingstodo/Pages/Fishing-Events.aspx

ritish Prime Minister Winston Churchill once had a simple explanation for his success. “Never stand up when you can sit down.” In that spirit, the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Boulevard, is kicking off 2018 by examining how local artists are influenced by what they sit COMING on when contemplating ATTRACTIONS and working on their creations. Running through April 1, “in SITu” features three gallery exhibitions that that examine the artistry of chairs — From the Artist’s Perspective in the Main Gallery, Art Chair Clarke Reader Auction in the Upper Gallery, and Chairs from the Kirkland Museum of Fine and Decorative Art in the Theatre Gallery. “We all have elements in our studio that follow us wherever we go, and our chairs, stools or whatever, are one of these constants in the workshop,” said Patrick Marold, one of the artists who contributed to the Artist’s Perspective and Art Chair Auction exhibits. “I think this show is a great idea, because it highlights an object that may not be particularly special, but is important to the artist themselves.” The auction is made up of IKEA IVAR chairs that have been decorated and designed by 50 artists, including departments at the center, like props and design. All the chairs are for sale, with the money supporting the center. Interested buyers have until March 31 to put in offers. “Chairs are one of those common elements in everyone’s life that we connect with without realizing it,” said Kristin Bueb, exhibition coordinator at the center. “We have chairs that are functional for people who want to actually use them, and we also have sculptural creations.” The chairs in the Theatre Gallery are designer chairs from Denver’s Kirkland Museum. Notable designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Frank Gehry, and Frank Lloyd Wright. Perhaps the most interesting of the exhibits is From the Artist’s Perspective, which encourages visitors to sit in the 29 artists’ chairs, and look at a piece they created. Not only does this encourage a deeper examination of the work, but it invites the visitor to think about the creative process. “I think looking at all these chairs gives the viewer a window into each artist,” Marold said. “It’s a very relatable show, because it highlights an object we all have experiences with.” SEE READER, P17

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oices West will hold a “paywhat-you-are-able” concert at 7 p.m. Feb. 9 at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton, to support music programs at Littleton’s East and Field elementary schools, SONYA’S which the chorale SAMPLER began some 13 years ago. “The first year, we bought drums so that boys would want to join in — and they did, enthusiastically,” said publicist Bonita Lahey. In subsequent years, funds have Sonya Ellingboe provided T-shirts, a keyboard, other instruments and some printed music. These schools have predominantly free-lunch-program kids from a diverse community where there are as many as 80 languages spoken. (Voices West was Littleton Chorale in earlier years.) Think spring! The Littleton Garden Club’s Feb. 7 speaker will be Dave Ingram from the Denver Rose Society, who will talk about growing roses in Colorado. The longstanding club, which welcomes new members and guests, meets at the Littleton Public Schools

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‘Sense and Sensibility’ takes to the stage The art exhibit isn’t the only way the Arvada Center is starting off they year right. “Sense and Sensibility,” the second show in the center’s repertory theater season, opened Jan. 26. Based on Jane Austen’s classic novel, the show runs through May 6 in the Black Box Theatre. “This show takes the world of Austen, and makes it very theatrical,” said Regina Fernandez, who plays Marianne Dashwood in the show. “It’s a beautiful love story between two sisters, and the show is filled with a lot of great characters.”

Administration Center, 9776 S. Crocker St., Littleton — enter on the south side. Meeting starts at 6 p.m. with social time, refreshments, speaker at 6:30 p.m. Outnumbered Gallery Local painter Jeanie Gebhart will be the featured artist at “The Final First Friday in Littleton” at Outnumbered Gallery 5654 S. Prince St., Littleton from 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2. The gallery, 5654 S. Prince St. has been very active in encouraging arts in the city, They look forward to an email presence and pop-up locations. Black History Month Actor Charles Pace will portray the controversial Malcolm X, Black Muslim spokesman and influential activist in the United States, at 7 p.m. Feb. 27 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Chase will explore his research and experience in acting this part for audiences. The program is presented in several metro locations by Colorado Humanities and Center for the Book, in Greenwood Village, as part of its Chautauqua performance series, presented by costumed performer/scholars. For full schedule, see coloradohumanities.org. Free. Rare books on sale Douglas County Libraries will hold a rare and antiquarian book sale on Directed by Lynne Collins, the show focuses on Marianne and Elinor Dashwood (Jessica Robblee) as they deal with financial and romantic trials and tribulations in Georgian England. And while the show may be set 200 years ago, it still feels vital and relevant. “There wasn’t a moment during rehearsal where I didn’t understand what was going on — the social norms may be different, but it’s still a vibrantly human story,” Collins said. “Young women, then and now, are so familiar with being worried about what the world thinks of them and being judged.” The show kicks off the center’s repertory season in earnest, which allows audiences to see the same actors and creative team stretch themselves in

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Feb. 10 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Feb. 11 (noon to 3 p.m.) at the James H. LaRue Branch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch, in the Shea Meeting Room on the first floor. Stock will be added on Sunday. All proceeds benefit the Douglas County Libraries Foundation, which supports programs and events for youth. (Books, CDs and DVDs are available year-round in the Second Chapter Used Bookstores and special items are saved for this sale.) Arapahoe Philharmonic “Bohemian Rhapsodies” will be spotlighted by the Arapahoe Philharmonic at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 in the Fisher Auditorium at Englewood High School Campus, 3800 S. Logan St., Englewood. The program features Dvorak’s “Symphony No. 8 in G Minor, Op. 88” and the “Cello Concerto in B Minor,” with guest soloist Kelcey Howell, the orchestra’s 2017-2018 Concerto Competition winner. She is a junior at DU’s Lamont School of Music and also performs with Boulder Philharmonic, Denver Young Artist’s Orchestra and Parker Symphony. The concert will open with “Warehouse Medicine” by Mason Bates, a powerful new voice in music. Tickets: arapahoe-phil.org, 303-7811892. Story ballet “Cinderella” will be presented by very different plays. “The theatricality of the play is so fun, and it’s a great collaborative process to be a part of,” Robblee added. “It’s a lot of fun to just breathe some life into this story.” For tickets and information, visit www.arvadacenter.org. Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Tyler, the Creator and Vince Staples at 1stBank Center Over the last decade, Tyler the Creator and Vince Staples have been making some of the most adventurous, forward-looking rap in the genre, and in 2017, both shared top-notch albums. Tyler’s “Flower Boy” saw him trading in shock lyrics over hard, minimalist tones that sometimes barely qualified as beats, to ones that are

the Moscow Festival Ballet at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 15 at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. For tickets: 720-509-1000, lonetreeartscenter.org. Depot Art Gallery “Straight From the Heart,” works on ideas of love, romance, things that artists are passionate about — and all things red — opens with a reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2 and runs until March 14. The gallery is at 2069 W. Powers Ave., Littleton. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. 303-795-0781. Watercolor exhibition The Colorado Watercolor Society exhibits works by members, including many south area artists, through March 25 at Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, in the Mezzanine Gallery. Admission free. Wind ensemble The Colorado Wind Ensemble performs “CWE Pipes and Stops” at 3 p.m. Feb. 11 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. CWE musicians will perform with organist Dr. Joyce Shupe Kull and with the Mountain Vista High School Band. Tickets: $16/$13/$5, at the door or coloradowindensemble.org. lush, soulful creations, over which he tells some of his most personal and love-drunk stories. On “Big Fish Theory,” Vince Staples brought in the sounds of British and Detroit house music for an album that is as sonically dense as it is lyrically nuanced. People looking for an example of the diversity of hip-hop, and to get a sense of some of the genre’s best voices, shouldn’t miss Tyler, the Creator and Vince Staples at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6, at the 1stBank Center, 11450 Broomfield Lane in Broomfield. For information and tickets, visit www.1stbankcenter.com. Clarke Reader’s column on culture appears on a weekly basis. A community editor with Colorado Community Media, he can be reached creader@ coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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One of the draws for ice fishing aficionados is the simplicity, the challenge, and how inexpensive the sport is. “You don’t need a whole lot to have a good time ice fishing,” said Austin Parr, manager of Discount Fishing Tackle, 2645 S. Santa Fe Drive in Denver, which is a regional hub for fishing equipment, guided tours and regionally specific tackle. “There’s a lot of good access for fishers in the area, and I love the challenge of trying to catch different fish in these lakes.” Some common fish that anglers are on the hunt for include rainbow trout, yellow perch, walleye and saugeye. Some of the basic equipment necessary for ice fishing include a small snow shovel, a scoop for removing ice, a spud bar or ice chisel, and the requisite fishing gear — a fishing rod, reels, and tackle. Those looking for a more advanced experience can splurge on everything from underwater cameras and digital sonar to ice huts, personal heaters, and GPS devices. “For safety, we recommend you don’t go ice fishing alone, or if you do, be sure to tell someone when and where you’re going,” said Tony Dymek, with the Colorado Division of Wildlife. “People also need to think about warmth. In addition to warm clothes, fishers may want to think about heaters. Being warm makes the difference between a positive fishing experience and a negative one.”

As the next generation learns ice fishing at Bear Creek Lake Park, a young student is shown how to spot fish on sonar. The internet has become a major help to ice fishers, as they now can check ice conditions at lakes before they head out, and they can download lake maps that provide information on depth locations. Different fish species spend their time at different depths, and anglers hoping for a particular catch can benefit a lot from these maps.

“My favorite part of ice fishing is targeting specific fish, like walleye,” Parr said. “You want to look out for drop-off points and structures in the lake that fish might hang out in.” As with many outdoor activities, if parents get their children hooked on ice fishing young, it can become a lifelong passion.

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“My son Rider has never been ice fishing before, but he’s big into other kinds of fishing, so we wanted to give this a try,” said Travis Jackson of Broomfield, who was out on Bear Creek Lake during the park’s class. “He already thinks he’s a big-time fisherman, so this is a great way to spend time with him.”

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Collaboration theme runs through intriguing exhibit Englewood gallery brings together — in the most literal sense — works of multiple artists BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

In 2016, an idea began to take shape in painter Craig Marshall Smith’s creative mind, and on April 15, 2017, a group of invited artists met for lunch at the Museum Outdoor Arts in Englewood and gathered later in the adjoining studio to discuss a project. Smith had proposed that they participate in a collaborative process where each would interact in creating a work of art with him — and contribute to a resulting exhibit at MOA. On Jan. 19, a festive reception for “Intersections and Connections,” with soft background music by Tin Brother, celebrated the proposal’s results: a collection that permanently connects Smith with each of his invited colleagues in a way that will exist for many years, although the artworks will be separated after the end of March. (Some are sold.) Smith’s 7-foot-6-inch by 7-foot-6-inch wooden cut-out of a horse named “Rodger” greets visitors as they climb the stairs to the second floor gallery. It has been in MOA’s permanent collection for some time.

Cynthia Madden Leitner and Craig Marshall Smith greeted guests at the opening reception for the collaborative exhibit, “Intersections and Connections,” at the Museum of Outdoor Arts on Jan. 19. PHOTOS COURTESY OF MOA Collaborating artists include Jennifer Meyerrose, Mark Friday, Deborah Jang, John McEnroe, Sharon Feder, Daniel House Kelly, Amy Metier, Greg Watts, David Menard, James Robie, Gretchen Goetz and (posthumously) Richard Diebenkorn and Jan Stussy. Self-portraits (some whimsical and some recognizable) hang above brief statements for each and the visitor can speculate awhile about individual responses. Smith painted panels in the style

of his late mentors: “When I walked into the UCLA Art Office in the fall of 1965 my life changed on the spot. The featured faculty artist was an egoabsorbed character named Jan Stussy who later became my drawing instructor, the chair of my graduate committee and the most important voice in my head for 40 years.” “Intersecting Formations” fills MOA’s pleasing Indoor Gallery in Englewood — running until March 30. (A related display of eight of Smith’s proposed collection of 50 U. S. state paintings hangs in the atrium.) Smith curated the exhibit and the MOA’s Tim Vacca handled multiple details through the year. Associations noted “Intersecting Formations” speaks of Smith’s associations with artists: those involved with his education and during a 30-year career as educator/artist — and current contemporaries. They have been part of his life as he became a

painter and professor at three universities, in assorted locations from Michigan to California to Colorado. He said he is winding down his painting career and will focus on writing — a novel and a novella are underway. Smith, currently a Highlands Ranch resident (and Colorado Community Media columnist), reached out to selected former students, graduate school friends from UCLA and Colorado colleagues, inviting participation during his spring/summer 2017 period as Artist in Residence at the MOA. That institution’s support involved related studio space, materials, an honorarium for participants, coordination and eventual installation of the collective exhibit. A final touch was production of a related video in the Sound Gallery, created by MOA director Cynthia Madden-Leitner and former Smith student Rachel Longway, who is now on the MOA staff. (Also, in the White Gallery, a colorful video celebrating MOA’s 30th anniversary.) For the collaborative exhibit, MOA furnished each participant with 40”by-30” canvases or wood panels and 6-inch-square panels for self-portraits, and a Smith painting. Individuals worked with Smith in the MOA studio if in town — or if not, by shipping pieces. (We visited on the day that Watt’s arrived and Smith was pondering a response.) Cross-country career Smith was born in Flint, Michigan, in 1947 and received his MFA from UCLA in 1973. He taught at University of California, Arizona State University, Metropolitan State University and later at Arapahoe Community College. Littleton residents will be familiar with his flock of geese flying across the floorto-ceiling mural at Bemis Library and he has works in corporate, public and private collections. SEE EXHIBIT, P22

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‘Citizen scientists’ add to store of bird knowledge National Geographic, Audubon highlight need for people to provide observations

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A snowy owl spotted recently at Standley Lake in Westminster has brought joy to the hearts of local birders, since the species is rarely seen this far south. There are reports that these owls have been seen beyond their usual territories elsewhere in the country. Sightings like this are often reported by what we might call “citizen scientists,” who are out looking at the world around them for the pure joy of sharing what they find (usually!). It’s 2018, “The Year of the Bird” per an alliance between the Audubon Society and National Geographic, according to Audubon’s winter magazine — and the local organization is getting on board. The JanuaryFebruary edition of “The Warbler,” Audubon Society of Greater Denver’s newsletter, reminds readers that Audubon’s more-than-100-year-old Annual Christmas Bird Count may be the oldest citizen science effort. Diane Hornick writes that in 1880, lighthouse keepers were asked to identify birds that struck their lighthouses, while another project at that time studied bird migration, according to the Audubon Naturalist graduate and volunteer. “Because people of all ages can be, and want to be, citizen scientists, this knowledge-based commitment will continue on into the next, and then the next, and even the next generation,” she said. Suzy Hisky, nature educator at ASGD, describes citizen science

The whitebreasted nuthatch shows up in many backyards to be counted by citizen scientists and anyone who loves to watch him walk upside down. PHOTO COURTESY OF AUDUBON WEBSITE

as “crowdsourcing for science … Passionate individuals record their observations … and report them to a cloud-based (internet) database that can be utilized by experts doing research in those subjects.” Around the world, people contribute observations to ebird.org, which are then used by scientists. It is organized by Cornell University’s outstanding Department of Ornithonogy. On Feb. 10, from 9 a.m. to noon, there will be an adult workshop, “Tricky Backyard Birds and the Great Backyard Bird Count,” at the Audubon Center at Chatfield, 11280 S. Waterton Road, Littleton . Registration required: $20 members, $25

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monitored 1,200 bee blocks, then identified and collected data on more than 11,000 nests throughout the northern Front Range. Nearly 100 different types of bees and wasps reproduced and thousands of images established a behavior pattern … She also says Audubon supports Rocky Mountain Wild, which has a citizen project called Bioblitz, where scientists and citizen scientists connect in a specific location at one specific time “to discover and identify as many species as possible” together. At Audubon Nature Center, various research projects are ongoing and she invites “anybody with a hankering to learn more about our local plants, animals and landscapes to join us at the Nature Center, just south of Chatfield State Park, where teaching and learning opportunities are offered for anyone of any generation…” There are trails suitable for strollers and young children, as well as hikes and explorations of all sorts, offering a lifelong gift to children who learn to look and listen — and enjoy the world around them at any given moment. Another backyard project can engage the entire family in developing a habitat for birds and wildlife at home, per instructions by the National Wildlife Federation, which offers information online. Shelter, water, a place to raise young and food are the essentials … Then watch and share information with others …

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“Each of the 12 collaborations in this exhibit has two stories: one about the art and one about my history with all the artists,” Smith wrote. Two, Diebenkorn and Stussy, were mentors. Jennifer Meyerrose chairs the art department at Regis Jesuit High School. Gretchen Goetz, a California graphic artist, is a former student (1973), married to another former student. Greg Watts is dean of the College of Visual Arts at the University of North Texas and chaired the Art Department at Metropolitan State University and the Center for Visual Art. James Robie, a graphic designer, was an undergraduate friend as well as a UCLA student who “shared the ‘60s.” (The two attended a Cream concert on March 18, 1968.) Amy Metier, a fine Denver painter, is the only exhibitor who does not share a collaborative piece, but her painting, “Chandelier,” is worthy of note. Daniel House Kelly, of Grand Junc-

tion, a former student, calls his art “assemblies.” It is about things we cannot articulate, made from “found objects and common material.” Sharon Feder of Denver says her paintings “are in response to the still life that constitutes our built environment.” Former student David Menard, a later addition, is now a medical illustrator. A drawing table in the back gallery holds his drawing of a rabbit — with additions L by Smith. Denver artist Deborah Jang creates wall assemblages and adapted one of hers, the horizontal “Conundrum,” to connect with a Smith panel. It is in the small gallery at the end of the larger room, as are several joint creations by Smith and Mark Friday, who is known for his assemblages and teaches at Art Students League. Well-known Denver sculptor John McEnroe, who lives in Lakewood, tore Smith’s canvas off the frame and reassembled a work that is close to the entry door on the right side. It gives a good introduction to a challenging, stimulating exhibit, that L makes you speculate: “What would I do?”

8February 2, 2018

THINGS to DO

THEATER

Peter and the Starcatcher: plays through Sunday, Feb. 4 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Additional shows at 2 p.m. Jan. 27; 6:30 p.m. Jan. 21 and 12:30 p.m. Feb. 4. Tickets: townhallartscenter.org/ starcatcher or at the box office. Call 303-794-2787 ext. 5. Disney’s The Little Mermaid: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 9 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. A sensory friendly performance planned at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10; and sign language interpreted performances are at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 and 2 p.m. Sunday. Feb. 11. Call 303-805-6800 or go to parkerarts.org for information.

ART/CRAFTS

Watercolor and Ink Workshop: Elegant Writer: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 at First Presbyterian Church, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Led by Denver artist and teacher Phyllis Vandehaar. Registration is required. Go to www.heritage-guild.com/currentworkshops.html.

Mardi Gras Celebration: 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 at Castlewood Library, 6739 S. Uinta St., Centennial. The last day to eat and be merry before Lent. It’s known as Carnival in Brazil but Americans call it Mardi Gras, which is French for “Fat Tuesday.” Children ages 5-12 are invited to have some fun, do some crafts and taste King Cake. Save your spot at arapahoelibraries.org. Library for All: Creative Club: 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7 at Smoky Hill Library, 5430 S. Biscay Circle, Centennial. Let’s celebrate creativity and individuality at this program designed especially for our community with developmental or intellectual disabilities and their caregivers, but all patrons are welcome to participate. Enjoy crafts, art creation, story times, games, musical play, library exploration and more. Save your spot at arapahoelibraries.org. Lessons and Lemonade: 9:30-11 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 (Glass Painting with Portia Patterson); March 10 (Color

this week’s TOP FIVE Seedlings: Cultural Traditions of Mexico through Dance: Tuesday, Feb. 6 at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Children will learn basic dance skills, footwork steps and different Latino rhythms from Fiesta Colorado’s Jeannette Trujillo. Tickets and information available at the box office; call 720-509-1000. Go to LoneTreeArtsCenter.org. Innovations in Police Technology: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Chris Peters, commander, and Josh Hans, public relations/PIO, for the Parker Police Department, will talk about the department’s technology. RSVP is appreciated. Call 303805-6800 or email PACEedu@parkeronline.edu. Part of the Parker Arts Adult Lecture Series.

Field Painting with Jo Ann Nelson and Judy Pendleton) at Hobby Lobby, Colo. 83 and Mainstreet in Parker. For ages 9-14. Registration required; go to www.parkerartistguild.com/classes/youth.

MUSIC

Dreams and Aspirations: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2 at First Plymouth Congregation Church, 3501 S. Colorado Blvd., Englewood; and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 at Augustana Lutheran Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave., Denver. Status Chamber Orchestra with guests from Lighthouse Writers Workshop and Picture Me Here. Call 303-388-4962, or go to www.AugustanaArts.org. Tickets also sold at the door. Bohemian Rhapsodies: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 at Englewood High School, 3800 S. Logan St., Englewood. Arapahoe Philharmonic’s first performance of the year. Pre-concert talk with conductor begins at 6:45 p.m. Call 303-781-1892 or go to www. arapahoe-phil.org.

FILM/MOVIES

Lifetree Café Discussion Group: 5-6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 5 (Whistleblower: The True Story of an FBI Informant); Feb. 12 (In the News) at DAZBOG, 202 Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Call 303-814-0142. Go to LifetreeCafe.com. Bad Movie Night: White House Down: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Join us to watch awful and awfully entertaining movies for the sheer

Anglophile Afternoon Theatre: Mansfield Park: 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at Smoky Hill Library, 5430 S. Biscay Circle, Centennial. Are you a fan of British period dramas? Are you still upset that Downton Abbey ended? Join us for a viewing of fabulous costume dramas and a cup of tea. This month: Mansfield Park (1999, rated PG-13, 112 minutes).Save your spot at arapahoelibraries.org. Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at the Englewood Public Library Tech Lab, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Learn the facts; program provides information on diagnosis, risk factors, disease stages, treatment options, and more. Registration required; call 800272-3900. Denver & District Pipe Band: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at Cherry Hills Community Church, 3900 Grace Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Also featuring Irish and Highlands Dancers. Highlands Ranch Cultural Association winter cultural series. Call 303-471-8859 or go to www.HRCAonline.org/ tickets for tickets.

joy of laughing at some of the worst blunders to ever make it to DVD. Showing this month: White House Down (2013, rated PG-13, 131 minutes). Save your spot at arapahoelibraries.org. Classic Movie Night: Key Largo: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Watch some of the greatest movies to grace the silver screen. Showing this month: Key Largo (1948, not rated, 100 minutes). Starring Humphrey Bogart, Edward G. Robinson and Lauren Bacall. Save your spot at arapahoelibraries.org.

EVENTS

Fandom Fun: 4:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7 at Smoky Hill Library, 5430 S. Biscay Circle, Centennial. Do you belong to a fandom? Fans ages 9-17 are invited to join us each month for a craft and activity inspired by a different book series, movie franchise, television show or game and meet up with fellow geeks. Save your spot at arapahoelibraries.org. Thursday Sundown Book Club: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at the Englewood Public Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Ask library staff about this month’s title. For adults. No registration required.

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door. Go to http://www.crgov. com/1998/Activities-and-Events for information and to find link to registration. Bottom of the Inkwell: Teen Writing Workshop: 3:30-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11 at Smoky Hill Library, 5430 S. Biscay Cir., Centennial. Teens: Are you passionate about the written word? Do you have a story that is dying to be told? Get support and feedback on your writing and meet other writers. Bring copies of your work to read out loud, and we’ll offer up suggestions. Save your spot at arapahoelibraries.org.

HEALTH

Letting Go Workshop: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 at Seven Stones, 9635 N. Rampart Range Road, Littleton. The Rev. Mary Jo Honiotes leads workshop on learning to let go to aid with grief and recovery. Contact 303-717-7117 or go to www.discoversevenstones. com. Cholesterol and Your Heart: 3-4 p.m. Feb. 6 at South Denver Heart Center, 1000 SouthPark Drive, Littleton. Susan Buckley, RD, CDE and Renee Julien, RN, explore how to manage cholesterol with medication, lifestyle and natural alternatives. Call 303-744-1065 or go to www.southdenver.com to register. Senior Fitness and Nutrition: 1:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Explore new ways to get fit, burn calories, and make healthy choices with a personal trainer. Ages 50-plus. Registration required. Call 303791-7323 or go to DCL.org.

EDUCATION

Open Play: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 at the Englewood Public Library. Storytime room will be open with a variety of toys that will spark the imagination Call the children’s department at 303-762-2560.

Computer Basics: Internet I: 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 3 at the Englewood Public Library Tech Lab, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Topics will be decided on by class participants. Registration required. Call 303-762-2560.

The Hybrid Author: Explore Publishing Paths: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 at Castlewood Library, 6739 S. Uinta St., Centennial. When it’s time to publish, today’s authors have options: self-publish or go the traditional route - or both. Local author David Boop, who is published across several genres, will help you decide which platform (or both) is right for you. Save your spot at arapahoelibraries.org.

Learn to Tie Flies: 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Feb. 24 at Orvis Park Meadows. Orvis provides all equipment, and the class covers tools, materials and techniques. Tie a San Juan worm, the Wooly Bugger and possibly one or two other flies to take home to try. Sign up at www.orvis. com/s/park-meadows-coloradoorvis-retail-store/620 or call 303-768-9600.

Book Lovers: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7 at the Lone Tree Library, 10055 Library Way. Book talks with library staff and guests, plus door prizes. For adults. Registration required. Call 303-7917323 or go to DCL.org.

Daddy-Daughter Ball: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 at the Douglas County Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock. Theme is “A Night in Paris.” Enjoy refreshments, a Teen Advisory Group raffle and professional photographs. Registration includes on father/daughter pair. Register additional daughters separately. Registration ends at 5 p.m. Feb. 8. Tickets also available at the

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SPORTS

Baseball finally gets much-needed longer season

GOAL IN SIGHT

Heritage’s Wylie Cayne drives to the hoop in the Jan. 27 girls basketball game against Chaparral. The shot was good as Cayne scored six points and shared the team’s leading-scorer honors with Kylie Stephens. Chaparral won the game 47-27. TOM MUNDS

BY THE NUMBERS

Assists handed out by Cherry Creek sophomore Jana Van Gytenbeek in a 93-35 girls basketball win over Smoky Hill on Jan. 24.

Players scored for the Arapahoe girls basketball team in the 78-43 girls basketball victory over Overland on Jan. 24.

Rebounds for the Littleton girls basketball team compared to 24 for Wheat Ridge in a 67-38 win on Jan. 24.

Saves for Cherry Creek goalie Lucas Banks in a 3-0 shutout hockey win over Ralston Valley on Jan. 27.

Goals scored in the second period by the Heritage hockey team in the 7-3 win over Battle Mountain on Jan. 27.

Standout Performers Emma Wrede, Cherry Creek The senior was the scoring leader in the girls basketball game with 20 points in a 93-35 romp over Smoky Hill on Jan. 24.

Jayden Staab, Arapahoe The sophomore missed on just two field goal attempts and finished with 17 points in a 78-43 girls basketball victory over Overland on Jan. 24.

Matt More, Heritage The senior scored an empty-net goal with 25 second to play to give him a hat trick and four points in a 7-4 hockey win over Doherty on Jan. 25.

Rebekah Sandstrom, Littleton The senior had 18 rebounds and five blocked shots in the 67-38 girls basketball win over Wheat Ridge on Jan. 24.

Jana Van Gytenbeek, Cherry Creek The sophomore guard had 23 points, eight assists and three steals in a 5137 girls basketball win over Cherokee Trail on Jan. 27.

Korey Hess, Arapahoe The sophomore point guard was tabbed the player of the game with 14 points in the 85-80 boys basketball win over Mullen on Jan. 27.

STANDOUT PERFORMERS are six athletes named from south metro area high schools. Preference is given to those making their debut on the list. To nominate an athlete, contact Jim Benton at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com

irst off, I have to declare that I believe most professional football, basketball and baseball seasons are too long. I’ve always complained that the baseball regular season drags on and the “dog days of summer” seem OVERTIME endless and don’t end in August. The season should close by the middle of September so the World Series could start the first week of October. However, I have also vowed the ColoJim Benton rado high school baseball season is too short and more games are needed. Yes, that is contradictory, but high school players need additional prep games and a chance to enjoy high school rather than heading off to play club baseball. In one of the changes adopted by the Colorado High School Activities Association’s Legislative Council on Jan. 25, baseball will be allowed to play four more games to reach a 23-game regular season schedule in Class 3A, 4A and 5A, but not until the 2019 season. Maximum regular season games in northern states with spring weather similar to Colorado compete in between 22-25 games a season, so it was better late than never for Colorado to catch up. In 2019 the season will be extended one week and the 3A, 4A and 5A state championships will be held the weekend after Memorial Day, and it is possible the fickle spring Colorado weather will be nice. Now, the equity committee has recommended that the maximum number of softball games should also be increased, and that possibility still has to be addressed. Among other changes that were approved, the start of the football season for 2018 will be moved up a week to Aug. 6 and Class 5A will have a 24-team playoff bracket instead of the 16-team format. The additional week provides a needed bye week for 6-man through 4A teams and the top eight teams in 5A will get an off week during the first round of the playoffs. Thankfully, the proposed new football league alignments were approved. SEE BENTON, P31

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secutive loss to the Rebels in 13 games between the schools. The boys basketball team lost 70-41 to Weld Central which was the eighth straight setback to the Rebels. The boys are 1-11 all-time against Weld Central. Heritage • Brandon Urroz came in fourth in the 126-pound division of the Mile High Classic wrestling tournament on Jan. 27. Derek Mackey at 138 pounds also finished fourth. • Joe Carpinello scored twice and had two assists in a six-goal second period for the hockey team on Jan. 27 in the 7-3 victory over Battle Mountain. The Eagles remained tied for first place in the close Peak Conference title chase. Heritage and Aspen, deadlocked on top of the standings with 17 points, play Feb. 10 at South Suburban Ice Arena. Littleton • The girls swimming team was second in a meet against D’Evelyn and Bear Creek on Jan. 25. Mandy Zueger won the diving, Reganne Fornstrom was first in the 100 backstroke and Lydia Van Kooten won the 200 freestyle. • The girls basketball team snapped a six-game losing streak with a 67-38 win over Wheat Ridge on Jan. 24. Sophomore Katie Puchino had 15 points and Rebecca Sandstrom had 12 points and 18 rebounds. The Lions outrebounded the Farmers, 43-24. • The boys basketball team fell behind early and despite 19 points from Jason Levy, was defeated 75-52 by Wheat Ridge on Jan. 24. It was the third straight Jeffco 4A loss for the Lions.

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FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.

Public Notices Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

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To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 27, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) TIMOTHY A STEWART Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR STEARNS LENDING, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt STEARNS LENDING, LLC Date of Deed of Trust August 20, 2014 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 21, 2014 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D4077048 Original Principal Amount $189,504.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $180,724.37

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 6, BLOCK 2, SOUTHCREEK SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7891 SOUTH KALISPELL CIRCLE, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/28/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/4/2018 Last Publication: 2/1/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 10/27/2017 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone num-

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DATE: 10/27/2017 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Monica Kadrmas #34904 Randall Chin #31149 Weldon Phillips #31827 Lauren Tew #45041 Nichole Williams #49611 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000006968960 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0584-2017 First Publication: 1/4/2018 Last Publication: 2/1/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0618-2017 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 9, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) TERRI A VERMILLION Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for First Magnus Financial Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Federal National Mortgage Association (“Fannie Mae”), a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America Date of Deed of Trust September 29, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 05, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6143015 Original Principal Amount $156,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $143,371.81 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION Also known by street and number as: 2824 West Centennial Drive C, LITTLETON, CO 80123. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/14/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/18/2018 Last Publication: 2/15/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE

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at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/14/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/18/2018 Last Publication: 2/15/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 11/09/2017 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

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Original Grantor(s) Raymond Bonsell Original Beneficiary(ies) TGP Opportunity Fund I. LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt TGP Opportunity Fund I. LLC Date of Deed of Trust September 16, 2016 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 21, 2016 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) To advertise your public notices call 303-566-4100 D6106121 Original Principal Amount $1,100,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION $841,000.00 CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0644-2017 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given trust have been violated as follows: failure to with regard to the following described Deed of pay principal and interest when due together Trust: with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and On November 21, 2017, the undersigned Public other violations thereof. Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. FIRST LIEN.

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THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/21/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-17-783694-LL The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 0618-2017 LEGAL DESCRIPTION CONDOMINIUM UNIT C, THE STEEPLECHASE III CONDOMINIUMS TOGETHER WITH GARAGE NO. C, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF, RECORDED ON OCTOBER 22, 1997, AT RECEPTION NO. A7133750 IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR THE STEEPLECHASE III CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON MAY 28, 1997 AT RECEPTION NO. A7062094, IN SAID RECORDS. FIRST AMENDMENT RECORDED JUNE 10, 1997 AT RECEPTION NO. A7068621, SECOND AMENDMENT RECORDED AUGUST 26, 1997 AT RECEPTION NO. A7106125. THIRD AMENDMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 25, 1997 AT RECEPTION NO. A7120772, FOURTH AMENDMENT RECORDED 102297 AT RECEPTION NO. A7133751, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice NO.: 0618-2017 First Publication: 1/18/2018 Last Publication: 2/15/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0638-2017 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 21, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Raymond Bonsell Original Beneficiary(ies) TGP Opportunity Fund I. LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt TGP Opportunity Fund I. LLC Date of Deed of Trust September 16, 2016 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 21, 2016 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D6106121 Original Principal Amount $1,100,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $841,000.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evid-

First Publication: 1/25/2018 Last Publication: 2/22/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 11/21/2017 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Janet E Perlstein #13799 Christopher T Groen #39976 Fox Rothschild LLP 633 Seventeenth Street, Suite 2700, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 383-7623 Attorney File # 173817.00001 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0638-2017 First Publication: 1/25/2018 Last Publication: 2/22/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0644-2017 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

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Original Grantor(s) MATTHEW T MACHETTA Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for First Option Lending Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Date of Deed of Trust July 09, 2014 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 18, 2014 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D4064233 Original Principal Amount $140,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $146,759.01

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 14 AND THE NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 15, BLOCK 8, PREMIER ADDITION TO ENGLEWOOD, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 3450 S GRANT ST, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 11/21/2017 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Monica Kadrmas #34904 Randall Chin #31149

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On November 21, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

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Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for First Option Lending All Holder five classes the state volleyball Current of Evidenceat of Debt PENNYMAC LOAN will SERVICES, LLC tournament have 12-team Olympic Date of Deed of Trust crossover July 09, 2014 bracket instead of pool play. County Recordingdouble elimination until That ofmeans Arapahoe Recording Date nals, of Deedwhen of Trust a loss will elimithe semifi July 18, 2014 nate a team. Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) Boys volleyball and girls wrestling D4064233 have new hope of being sanctioned after Original Principal Amount $140,000.00 the process forBalance adding a new sport was Outstanding Principal $146,759.01 modified. However, the procedure could

take some time. Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the of the must deed of approve The Board ofcovenants Directors trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and or interest when due a new sport activity fortogether a piloting with all other payments provided for in the evidprocess. pilot last at ence of debt The secured by theprogram deed of trustmust and other violations thereof. least one year. The new sport or activity

must have support MAY from theBEClassifi caTHE LIEN FORECLOSED NOT A FIRST LIEN. tion and League Organizing Committee, LOT 14 AND THE NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 15, the the Sports Medicine Committee, BLOCK 8, PREMIER ADDITION TO ENGLEEquity Committee and the Board of WOOD, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO before the Legislative Council Directors can voteby onstreet it. and number as: Also known 3450 S GRANT ST, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113. Boys volleyball’s attempt to be sancTHE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IS ALL when tioned was spiked byHEREIN last April OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENthe Classifi League CUMBERED BY cation THE LIEN and OF THE DEED OFOrganizTRUST. ing Committee voted not to open the NOTICE OF so SALE sport’s proposal, the Legislative Council never considered adopting boys The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, volleyball. has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale Legislative Council as And providedthe by law and in said Deed of Trust. gave the OK forNotice schools toGiven participate in a THEREFORE, Is Hereby that I will at public auction, atBenefi 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, Foundation t Contest beyond the 03/21/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County maximum game limit. Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, to the Schools are allowed tosell schedule an highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), exhibition game where they can charge Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the admission, score and raise purpose of payingkeep the indebtedness provided in money said of Debt secured Deed of for Evidence their programs orbyathe cause. Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale , 601 andGolden other itemsView allowed Academy by law, and will issue Corporate to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as Circle in Golden, and Stargate Charter provided by law. School, 14530 Washington St. in ThornFirst Publication: 1/25/2018 ton,Publication: were two schools approved for full Last 2/22/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent CHSAA membership.

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The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0644-2017 First Publication: 1/25/2018 Last Publication: 2/22/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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in the Adams 12 Five Star school district, IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A passed away Jan. 12 from cancer. LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS SINGLE POINT Craddock,FOR 56, Awas once anOF assistant CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE football coach at TRACKING Northglenn and head PROHIBITION ON DUAL IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY coach at Thornton. In 2000 he was FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO Legacy’sGENERAL, first tennis coachCONand for the ATTORNEY THE FEDERAL SUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU past foot(CFPB),six OR seasons BOTH. THE was FILINGan OFassistant A COMPLAINT WILL NOT THE FORECLOSball coach forSTOP the Lightning. URE PROCESS. He served as Legacy’s interim Colorado Attorney General head football coach while head coach 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 and several assistants Wayne Voorhees (800) 222-4444 recovered from injuries suffered in a www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov 2016 bus crash at Denver International Federal Consumer Financial Airport. Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Jim Benton is a sports writer for ColoIowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 rado Community Media. He has been www.consumerfinance.gov covering sports in the Denver area since DATE: 11/21/2017 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@ Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the coloradocommunitymedia.com County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado

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IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOLegacy lossCURE of coaching icon TICE OF mourns INTENT TO BY THOSE PARTIES TO CURE MAY ALSO BEicon MattENTITLED Craddock, a coaching EXTENDED;

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Contact: Mel Secrease, 720733-4552 or msecrease@da.18. state.co.us.

Misc. Private Legals Public Notice Notice of Initiation of the Section 106 Process: Public Participation Sprint proposes upgrade of an existing telecommunications facility on water tower at 6400 S Pennsylvania St, Centennial, Arapahoe County, CO. Members of the public interested in submitting comments on the possible effects on historic properties included in or eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places may send their comments to Andrew Smith, RESCOM Environmental Corp., PO Box 361 Petoskey, MI 49770 or call 260-385-6999. Legal Notice No.: 521080 First Publication: February 1, 2018 Last Publication: February 1, 2018 Publisher: Littleton Independent and the Centennial Citizen

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