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Mattie Hatchcock paints a horse during the Aug. 1 Buckaroo Day at Eagle’s Nest Ranch. Buckaroo Day is focused on providing a time for first responders, veterans and their families to spend time with horses at the equine therapy ranch. TOM MUNDS

Ranch a place for wounds to heal Nonprofit Elizabeth facility offers free equine therapy BY TOM MUNDS TMUNDS@OURCOLORADONEWS.COM

Suzy MacKenzie’s passion has always been helping people so, after 40 years in the mission field, she moved to Elizabeth and founded the Eagle’s Nest Equine Therapy Ranch. “We are a nonprofit organization supported entirely by donations,”

she said. “We always welcome anyone who wants to visit us, plus we schedule one day a month during the spring and summer for first responders, veterans and their children. That monthly event is called Buckaroo Day.” Aug. 1 was Buckaroo Day at the ranch, and more than 50 adults and children took part in a variety of activities. For example, while one young boy got acquainted with a horse, several other children painted the coat of another horse, while nearby children

were taking part in stick horse races. Shannon Simpson watched her daughter Mattie Hatchcock paint a horse. “I brought my daughter out today because the ranch is kind enough to sponsor a first responders day” the Adams County firefighter-paramedic said. “I think this day is special because it is a great way to get outdoors and bond with my daughter on a different level.” SEE RANCH, P9

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From the moment man first pounded stakes into the ground and declared that piece of property his, land disputes, and the right to use private property for whatever the landowner wanted, have been a point of contention between landowners and neighbors. As the population grew and more people became landowners, communities emerged, and eventually oversight agencies were born within towns, cities and counties, with elected officials tasked with the difficult decisions of balancing landowners’ rights with growth and development. Today, Elbert County, which encompasses nearly 2,000 square miles on the Great Plains southeast of Denver, is on the cusp of development that many in the county believe will be beneficial, while others believe it will destroy the rural county with unchecked development. SEE ZONE, P10

The Town of Elizabeth was founded in 1855 as a saw mill camp and was incorporated in 1890. Source: Town of Elizabeth

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Chickens are mission’s way to boost self-sufficiency Parker merchant helps Honduran families set up poultry flocks BY TOM MUNDS TMUNDS@OURCOLORADONEWS.COM

A Honduran woman and her son hold two of the chickens they received from Project Poultry.

Parker businessman Lanny York, in the gray shirt, meets with members of the local church during one of his mission trips to Honduras. York founded and heads Operation Hands Up International, which partners with Honduran churches providing poor families with hens, roosters and the equipment to establish a chicken flock. COURTESY PHOTOS stricken areas of Honduras where he and local volunteers set up at least 10 families with chickens. The local government and schools have asked York to help them with a project to help about 300 undernourished children in the valley where he does his mission work. “Most of these are children of single mothers and get an average five meals a week,” he said. “We are partnering with several Honduran churches to help these children. Our goal is to help feed all those children, and in partnership with the churches the cost will be 42 cents per meal per day. My goal is to help raise money for this very important project.” York said the Honduras project is an extension of long-standing passions for mission work. He was raised in Southern California and attended Church of the Nazarene Point Loma College. He majored in business administration with the idea of going into the family business. York said he felt the call to the ministry, moved to Denver in 1974 and joined the staff at Denver First

Church of the Nazarene. He left DFC in 1990 but still had a passion for the ministry and missions. He established his Parker business, Mountain States Payment, which sells and services automatic teller machines. His passion for mission triggered the establishment of the Poultry Project. “We have great local people in Honduras who work with us. They are all volunteers who want to help their people,” he said. “We also hire some additional workers and try to find men who really need the work because there isn’t a lot of work available in that valley. On a recent trip we were able to hire a man who had nine children and hadn’t been able to find work in several months.” The standard daily wage in that area of Honduras is $7 a day, but work is scarce and the majority of men can only find work a couple days a week. The majority of the Hondurans who work with York are volunteers, and so is he. “We operate on donations and I try not to spend any of the donations to

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Lanny York aptly named his mission outreach to poor families in Honduras “Project Poultry.” “We are reaching out to try to help poor families by providing what they need to begin raising chickens,” the Parker businessman said. “We build the chicken coop, provide them with 10 hens, a rooster, 1o half-grown chicks and 500 pounds of grain to feed the chickens. We also help them learn what they need to do to care for the chickens.” He said the chickens can grow into a flock that provides food for the family and also can be a source of income, since the family can sell eggs and — as the flock grows — some of the chickens. York said he has gained a lot of knowledge about how to care and raise chickens since he started the program in 2014. “I knew I liked eating chicken but I knew nothing about the care and raising of chickens before we began this program,” he said. “It was a steep learning curve at first, but I was fortunate that the Hondurans I worked with knew all about chickens and helped me learn about how to help families care and raise chickens.” He said he also talks to them about the Gospel and provides each family with a Bible. The Parker merchant established a nonprofit organization that he named Operaton Hand Up International in 2004 when he began seeking to help poor people living in the rural mountain villages of Honduras. “I chose that name because we want to provide the Hondurans a hand up, not visit them and give them a handout,” he said. “It is sort of the same idea about teaching a man to fish instead of just giving him a fish.” The program is funded by donations. York said he tries to make at least four trips a year to the poverty-

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pay workers,” he said. “But when we need to hire workers we try to find men who need the work and are willing to work hard. Most do but some don’t, and those who don’t work hard only last a day or so with us.” York said he is looking to add additional projects to his efforts, including providing water filter systems to families. Statistics show that an average of one in five children die before their fifth birthday from drinking polluted water. York works in a remote valley near the town of San Antonio de Cortez. He said estimates are that 42,000 people live within a five-mile radius of the town. “Most people drink out of the rivers and creeks, and that water is full of intestinal parasites,” he said. “Safe drinking water is for sale but most residents can’t afford to buy it. So we are starting to bring water filter systems to families in the valley. Our goal is to donate 1,000 water filter systems to families in the next two years.” He also wants to do something about the fact reported by schools in the area that more than 1,300 children are undernourished. “We know we can’t reach all the children but, as we start planning our trip in September, we want to see how we can provide better nutrition for as many children as possible,” he said. For more information about York and the work he is doing in Honduras, contact him by email at lanuelo@ yahoo.com.

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Rebrand is underway for ‘Koch brothers’ moniker Powerful conservative network losing one voice as ailing billionaire steps away BY STEVE PEOPLES ASSOCIATED PRESS

The conservative Koch brothers are no more — even if they remain a political powerhouse. The Democrats’ super villains for much of the last decade have quietly launched a rebranding effort that may vanquish the “Koch brothers” moniker from American politics. The catalyst came earlier in the year when ailing billionaire conservative David Koch stepped away from the family business, leaving older brother Charles as the undisputed leader of the Kochs’ web of expanding political and policy organizations. There were already few, if any, clearly identifiable links between the Kochs and their most active spinoff organizations such as Americans for Prosperity, Freedom Partners or the LIBRE Initiative. But in the days after the younger billionaire’s retreat, company officials quickly began pushing journalists across the country to change refer-

ences from “Koch brothers” in their coverage to “Koch network” or one of their less-recognizable entities. Asked about the shift on June 28, Koch’s chief lieutenants explained that 82-year-old Charles Koch was always far more involved with their political efforts than his ailing brother. The elder Koch addressed the shift directly as he welcomed hundreds of donors to an invitation-only summit at a luxury resort in the Rocky Mountains. “I am not getting weak in the knees. ... Truly I am not,” Charles Koch said with a smile. He added: “We’re just getting started.” Regardless of its name, the conservative network remains one of the nation’s most influential political forces, a conservative powerhouse simultaneously playing the long- and short-game in a way that ensures it will remain a dominant force long after President Donald Trump is gone. And in sharp contrast to the Republican president who is eager to put his name on his accomplishments, the Kochs are happy to do it in the dark. While much of the network operates out of sight, the Charles Koch Foundation announced June 28 that it would begin publicly posting all multiyear grant agreements with universities. Last year, the foundation gave $90 million for projects on 300 campuses. An estimated 500 Koch donors

— each having committed at least $100,000 annually — gathered for the weekend “seminar” that featured a handful of elected officials and highprofile influencers. As is customary for the bi-annual meetings, guests were required to give up their cell phones during some presentations. And while The Associated Press joined a handful of media organizations allowed to witness some activities, photos and videos were strictly prohibited. Florida Gov. Rick Scott and Tennessee Rep. Marsha Blackburn, both Republican Senate candidates, led the list of elected officials on hand. Senate Republican whip John Cornyn of Texas, South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott and Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin were also on the guest list. The money behind the Kochs’ push to transform education, philanthropy, immigration, health care, tax laws, courts, government regulation, prisons and the economy has long been cloaked in secrecy. Koch officials have vowed to spend between $300 million and $400 million to shape the 2018 midterm elections. But there’s no way to verify how or where the money is spent because most of its organizations are registered as nonprofit groups, which aren’t required to detail their donors like traditional political action committees. While they have long been closely

aligned with the Republican Party’s far-right flank, they oppose the Trump administration’s policies on spending, trade and immigration. On June 28, network leaders seized on Trump’s push to apply billions of dollars in tariffs on America’s top trading partners. The burgeoning trade war has sparked an outcry from business leaders across the nation, and in a new video Charles Koch lashes out at what he calls the “destructive” rise of “protectionism.” Koch official Brian Hooks warned that, on trade and immigration, “the divisiveness of this White House is causing long-term damage.” Democrats who invested extraordinary time and resources into attacking the Koch brothers in recent years concede that, in the era of Trump at least, the billionaire industrialists are no longer the left’s No. 1 enemy. Adam Jentleson, who previously worked for former Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid, said Koch’s quiet rebranding effort represents “a small victory.” “Sen. Reid was always very clear that drawing the Koch brothers out of the shadows was a big part of his strategy,” Jentleson said. “He thought people deserved to know who was behind the dark money. This seems like a recognition that they’re uncomfortable being out front and are scurrying to get back in the shadows.”

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PoloFest gallops into Sedalia this month Fundraiser mashes music festival with polo sporting event BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

An event rolls into Sedalia this month that aims to make people believe in polo, while also serving up first-class music entertainment. IF YOU GO PoloFest, which as the PoloFest is Aug. name suggests 25 in Sedalia is both a music at the Denver festival and polo Polo Club, 6359 sporting event, Airport Road. kicks off Aug. Doors open 25 at the Denver at 1 p.m. and Polo Club. the first polo It’s bringing event kicks in names like off at 2 p.m. Phantogram Music enterand Quinn tainment runs XCII while also throughought showcasing polo the day. Visit through the polofest.com for Women’s World more informaCup and Coloration and to purdo Open Final. chase tickets. Organizers say PoloFest is open to people of all ages and all backgrounds, including those new to polo. Here are a few important things to know about the event.

Who’s throwing PoloFest? The faces behind this polo-music mashup are Ty MacCarty, of Sheridan, Wyoming, and Rob Jornayvaz, of Littleton. The 27-year-old and 25-year-old men, respectively, said they co-founded PoloFest because they love horses, they love the sport of polo and they want more of their generation to understand why. “Horses, they’ve been a part of my life since the beginning and they really do have a special power, not just on the field, but off the field as well,” MacCarty said. MacCarty and Jornayvaz play polo and call the sporting community close-knit. But they also say it has a reputation for being closed-off to the masses. By keeping PoloFest casual — no need to wear big hats or pastel colors — they hope PoloFest makes the sport more inclusive. “I think the thing that draws me most,” Jornayvaz said of polo, “is the horse and the connection that you can create with such an incredible animal that’s so athletic but, at the same time, so in tune with you.” The setting PoloFest takes place at the Denver Polo Club, 6359 Airport Road in Sedalia. Situated along the Front Range among open, grassy fields, the site is not only a burgeoning music venue but one rich in local polo history. The club was founded in 1986 by

John and Chris Gandomcar, who built the 100-acre Cottonwood Riding Club in Littleton, located south of Chatfield State Park and north of the Denver Polo Club. Today, according to the club’s website, the Denver Polo Club is run by the Gandomcars’ daughter, Erica, an accomplished polo athlete and advocate for the sport.

• Quinn XCII takes the stage at 8 p.m. and headliners Phantogram follow at 9:30 p.m.

For a cause PoloFest will benefit the Equine Partnership Program, based in Elizabeth. The nonprofit provides equine therapy for children, families and individuals, but also for underHow PoloFest works privileged, abused The day of the or neglected festival will be a children, “a very mix of polo events important populaand musical entertion to work with,” tainment. Jornayvaz said. “It’s going to be People can make a really fun-filled donations to the day,” Jornayvaz EPP or participate said. in a silent auction Doors open at 1 Rob Jornayvaz, during the festival. p.m. A Kid’s Polo Polo teams playing PoloFest co-founder during the event match begins at 2 p.m., the Women’s are donating to the World Cup runs EPP as well. from 4 to 5 p.m., and the Colorado Jornayvaz and MacCarty said Open Final runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m. they’re not sure what to predict for The Equine Partnership Program crowd size this year, but they hope to will offer horse rides and other ways raise $40,000 for the EPP. for people to interact with horses from Funds will help bring kids from the 2 to 5:30 p.m. Denver metro to the EPP’s Elizabeth Now, soak in this artist lineup: location “to breath some fresh air,” • Brandi Cyrus (yes, that’s Miley Jornayvaz said, and support the orgaCyrus’ sister) will DJ throughout the nization’s building projects. event. “Our goal,” MacCarty said, “is to • Chule & Curtis play at 3 p.m. really showcase the healing power of • ZZ Ward plays at 5 p.m. horses.”

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Undercover video prompts new questions about livestock welfare Brazilian-based JBS is under pressure from still images showing pigs BY COLLEEN SLEVIN ASSOCIATED PRESS

Recently released undercover video showing pigs being kicked, hit and punched at a Kentucky supplier for the world’s largest meat producer drew prompt condemnation from animal rights groups and the agricultural industry alike. However, the images sandwiched in between — adult pigs in cages barely bigger than their bodies and a piglet squealing while being castrated — show still widely accepted industry practices, but were aimed at pressuring Brazilian-based JBS to abandon them. Ten states — none major pork producers — have passed laws that ban or phase out the use of those narrow metal cages, known as gestation crates or stalls, where sows are confined during their frequent pregnancies. Among them is California, where voters agreed to phase out the crates along with chicken cages and veal crates starting in 2015. This fall, voters will be asked to go further and ban the sale of pork from pigs confined to the crates, along with pork from their offspring. The measure also would bar the sale of veal from crated calves and eggs from caged chickens. Massachusetts voters passed a similar ban in 2016 that takes effect in 2022. Sows account for only about 6 percent of the pigs on American farms, but pork producers have been slow to give up confinement, said Josh Balk, vice president of farm animal protection for The Humane Society of the United States. While shoppers are familiar with the bewildering array of cage-free and free-range egg options in stores, how pigs are raised is not something frequently touted on bacon or sausage packages. Still, activists have made an impact with their gradual, state-by-state approach of passing ballot measures and bills to outlaw crates, and by gathering pledges from more than 100 large restaurant and food companies including McDonald’s, Chipotle and Target, to move away from suppliers that use gestation crates. Some meat producers have also pledged to phase them out. The world’s largest pork producer, Smithfield Foods, announced in January it had switched to open group housing for pregnant pigs at its company-owned U.S. farms. JBS has said it plans to transition to collec-

“Animal welfare is a priority for our company and our customers. We will ensure that all of our suppliers adhere to our high standards for animal care.” JBS USA statement tive rather than individual crates by 2025. In January, it said 45 percent of its suppliers have already made the switch. JBS’ U.S. branch, based in Greeley, suspended shipments from the Franklin, Kentucky, farm after the video was released earlier this month by Los Angeles-based Mercy for Animals, a backer of the California proposal. It said it would investigate the incident at the farm operated by Tennesseebased Tosh Farms. “Animal welfare is a priority for our company and our customers,” JBS USA said in a statement at the time. “We will ensure that all of our suppliers adhere to our high standards for animal care.” An estimated 75 percent of U.S. pig farms regularly use gestation stalls. The rest are owned by companies that pledged to cut stall use or are in states that ban it, and mostly use open pens instead, according to the National Pork Producers Council. However, even most of those farms still use gestation stalls when sows are artificially inseminated, and some use them to test whether the sows are pregnant, council spokesman David Warner said. State bans, like Colorado’s, typically include exceptions for testing, treatment or research. After sows give birth, farms that use confinement usually put them in slightly larger farrowing stalls, which give them enough room to lie down and nurse their piglets. Gestation stalls are intended to minimize fighting among hierarchical sows and protect workers from the pregnant animals, which can weigh between 350 and 450 pounds, said Sarah Crawford, assistant vice president of animal welfare for the National Pork Board in Des Moines, Iowa. SEE LIVESTOCK, P7

Household Chemical Roundup August 11 in Highlands Ranch Drop off hazardous household chemicals between 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Aug. 11 at Shea Stadium, 3270 Redstone Park Circle in Highlands Ranch. Participants must provide proof of county residency and $25 to help offset costs of hazardous waste disposal. For more information, including a map and a list of acceptable items, visit http:// tchd.org/250/Home-Chemical-Waste

Back-to-School safety reminder for motorists Drivers please follow traffic laws - such as school zone speed limits. Pedestrians - please observe street-crossing safety procedures at all times. For additional street-crossing tips and associated traffic information please visit www.douglas.co.us and search for School Zones.

View wait times for Motor Vehicle, Driver License, and Recording Services Your smartphone is your gateway to the real-time waiting-room experience. Before making the decision to renew your vehicle registration, your license, or your passport view wait times at www.douglasdrives.com or www.douglas.co.us/recording. Know before you go!

Need flood zone information? If you live in unincorporated Douglas County, Flood Insurance Rate Maps and zone information are available by request. Visit www.douglas.co.us and search for Flood Plain Information. A form may also be requested by calling 303-660-7490 or visiting the Public Works Engineering Office at 100 Third St. in Castle Rock.

Visit Prehistoric Times Aug. 18 and 25 More than 11,000 years ago, at the end of the last Ice Age, mammoths roamed Douglas County. Learn all about it by taking a tour of the world-renowned Lamb Spring Archaeological Preserve at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18 and 25. For reservations or additional tour dates, please visit www.lambspring.org

What’s happening with your County Government? Our commitment to open and transparent government includes online posting of information about all public meetings at which the business of government is conducted. To view agendas for various public meetings, visit www.douglas.co.us and search for Meetings and Agendas.

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THINGS TO DO The Parker Players Present: Improv Duel: 8 to 9:30 p.m, Saturday, Aug. 11 at The Studio at Mainstreet, 19600 Mainstreet, Parker. Two teams of improvisers battle to determine who is funniest while performing improv comedy games in the style of “Whose Line is it Anyway?” Tickets are $10 in advance through Eventbrite or $15 cash at the door day of show (if tickets are still available). Most shows sell out in advance. Visit www.parkerplayers.com.

Friends of the Elizabeth Library will be having a used book sale of children’s and adult books - both fiction and non-fiction, hard back and paper back. For more information, call 303-646-3792.

Lessons and Lemonade: 9:30-11 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Saturdays at Hobby Lobby, 10901 S. Parker Road, Parker. Parker Artist Guild classes for children in grades 4-8. Upcoming classes: Aug. 11, alcohol ink painting, with Candace French; and Sept. 8, pastels, with Kristin Paulson. All teachers are professional artists and members of the Parker Artists Guild. Registration required; Contact judypendleton4@gmail.com.

Why They Do What They Did: 1-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 at 20105 E. Mainstreet, Conference Room B, Parker. Presentation by Carol Darrow. Ice cream social starts at 1 p.m. and business meeting begins at 1:30 p.m. Speaker to start at 2 p.m. Go to https://www.parkergenealogicalsociety.com Family Slick Science: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 13 at Douglas County Libraries in Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Math-themed fun with slick science. Kids and families. Registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org. Natural Grocers 63rd Anniversary Celebration: 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16 at Parker Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, 11402 South Parker Road, Parker. Come celebrate the 63rd Anniversary, including free ice creamwww.naturalgrocers. com for more information. Used Book Sale at the Elizabeth Library: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 at Elizabeth Library, 651 Beverly St., Elizabeth. The

Downtown Walking Tours: 10:30 a.m. the fourth Saturday of the month from June to September. The 45-minute tour begins at The Courtyard on Perry Street, between Third and Fourth streets, and will conclude at the Castle Rock Museum, 420 Elbert St. Contact 303-814-3164 ormuseum@castlerockhistoricalsociety.org.

Parker Knit-a-Thon to Benefit Breast Cancer Survivors: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25 at Parker Library, Event Room B, 20105 Mainstreet. Needle workers are gathering in Parker Saturday, August 25 for a Knit-a-Thon! Reserve your spot today to join this fun project making Knitted Knockers to donate to post-mastectomy breast cancer survivor. Pastel Paintings Dazzle at Mile High National Pastel Exhibition: on display through Aug. 27 at Parker Arts, Culture and Events Center. 20000 Pikes Peak Ave. in Parker. The Mile High National Pastel Exhibition featuring 80 luminous pastel paintings from artists across the country. Visit www.pastelsocietyofcolorado.org.

The Parker Players Present: Improv Duel: 8 to 9:30 p.m, Saturday, Aug. 11 at The Studio at Mainstreet, 19600 Mainstreet, Parker. Two teams of improvisers battle to determine who is funniest while performing improv comedy games in the style of “Whose Line is it Anyway?” Tickets are $10 in advance through Eventbrite or $15 cash at the door day of show (if tickets are still available). Most shows sell out in advance. Visit www.parkerplayers.com. How Science Helped Win WWII: 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 at Douglas County Libraries in Parker, 20105 East Mainstreet. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) presents a teaser of its popular program. World War II started with horse cavalry charges and

biplanes but ended with jets, ballistic missiles, and the atomic bomb. OLLI presents a taste of its program “The Wizard War: Mobilizing the Scientists to Win World War II.” Adults ages 50-plus. Registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org. Car Seat Safety Event: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 at Douglas County Fairgrounds, 500 Fairgrounds Drive in Castle Rock. Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPST) andwill discuss proper use of a car seat, including installation, daily use, and car seat selections. Parker Knit-a-Thon to Benefit Breast Cancer Survivors: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25 at Parker Library, Event Room B, 20105 Mainstreet. Needle workers are gathering in Parker Saturday, August 25 for a Knit-a-Thon! Reserve your spot today to join this fun project making Knitted Knockers to donate to post-mastectomy breast cancer survivor. Hilltop Schoolhouse Welcomes You to “Back to School” Open House: 10 a.m to 3 p.m, Sept. 16 at Hilltop Schoolhouse, 5748 Flintwood Road, Parker. The 1898 Hilltop Schoolhouse opens its doors each September to the surrounding communities to learn about Hilltop, the once thriving railroad stop halfway between Parker and Elizabeth, in fun ways. Free event. Anime Nights: Watch and discuss anime, snacks provided. 1st & 3rd Mondays 7-9 p.m. at the Kiowa Library; 2nd & 4th Mondays 7-9 pm at the Elizabeth Library. pplibraries. org. SEE CALENDAR, P7

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Book Clubs: Sci-Fi/Fantasy book club 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month 5:30-6:30 pm at the Elizabeth Library; Kiowa book club 4th Monday of the month 7-8 pm at the Kiowa Library. Elizabeth book club: Third Tuesday of the month 7-8 pm at the Elizabeth Library; Brown Bag book club 4th Thursday of the month 11 am-1 pm at the Elizabeth Library; Elbert book club last Thursday of the month at the Elbert Library, Diverse & Rowdy book club 2nd Saturday of the month 9:30-10:30 am at the Simla Library. pplibraries.org Garden Clubs: Seedy Ladies 4th Monday of the month 1-3 pm at the Elbert Library; Gardeners/Homesteaders 3rd Saturday of the month 11 am-12 pm at the Simla Library. pplibraries.org GED Preparation & Career Online High School: Get started with GED preparation and coaching throughout the process. COHS allows students 19+ to earn a certified high school diploma. Call 303-646-3416 for more details. pplibraries.org Knitting & Crocheting Groups: Simla Witty Knitters Tuesdays 3:30-5 pm at the Simla Library; Close Knit Crochet Group Wednesdays 2-3 pm at the Kiowa Library; Hats for the Homeless Thursdays 11 am-1 pm at the Elizabeth Library. pplibraries.org

Story Time: Help your little one build literacy skills by interacting with engaging stories, followed by a craft. Kids and adults alike make new friends. Mondays at 2 pm at the Elbert Library; Wednesdays at 10 am at the Elizabeth Library; Wednesdays at 1:30 pm at the Simla Library; Fridays at 11 am at the Kiowa Library. pplibraries.org Teen Game Night: Enjoy table top and video games. Mondays 5-6 pm at the Simla Library; Thursdays 6-9 pm at the Kiowa Library; Fridays 3:30-5 pm at the Elizabeth Library. Want pure competitive gaming? Teen Tournament League every Tuesday 6-9 pm at the Kiowa Library. pplibraries.org Trading Card Club: Bring your cards (Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh, Magic the Gathering) and have fun. Every Monday 3:30-7 pm at the Kiowa Library. pplibraries.org We Create: Make art and more from old book every Thursday from 4-5 pm at the Simla Library. pplibraries.org Bingo: 6-9 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Elbert Mercantile Building. Elbert Women’s Club Meeting/Snacks: 5:30 p.m. Aug. 14 at the Elbert Mercantile Building. Elizabeth Library Book Sale: gently used books for children and adults for sale in the book sale room at the Elizabeth Library. Stocked by Friends of he Elizabeth Library. All donations from book sales benefit the Elizabeth Library. Outback Express: public transit service provided by the East Central Council of Local Governments; 24-hour notice appreciated. Call Kay Campbell, 719- 541-4275, or 800825-0208 for reservations. Go to www. eccog.com for reservations, information and each month’s schedule. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. To place a calendar item, go to eventlink.coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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Playing Cards: Go fish, slap jack, black jack you name it. Mondays 1-2:30 pm at the Elbert Library; Thursdays 11 am-1 pm at the Elizabeth Library. pplibraries.org

STEAM Activities: Science/Technology/Engineering/Art/Math fun for kids. Mondays 1:30-3 pm, Wednesdays 4:14-5:45 pm and Fridays 4-5:15 pm at the Simla Library; Wednesdays 4-6 pm at the Kiowa Library. pplibraries.org

Movie Night: Popcorn and movie of your choice. Every Friday night 5-7 pm at the Kiowa Library. pplibraries.org

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Lawyers at the Library: 6-8 pm 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Elizabeth Library. Free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process and procedure for the areas of family law, civil litigation, criminal defense, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law and civil protection orders. Walk-ins welcome. Everyone will be helped on a first-come, first-served basis. pplibraries.org

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She said the stalls are long enough for the animals to lie in, and research has shown some will choose a stall over living in a group. “The good thing is farmers have the choice to decide what fits best for their farm,” she said. Temple Grandin, an animal science professor at Colorado State University and consultant on livestock treatment, said confined pregnant pigs lack the space to turn around, and compared the experience to humans having to spend their lives in an airline seat. Grandin, who has worked for JBS in the past, said crates should be phased out and has seen group housing for pigs working well. She also said the

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way male piglets are castrated — done in their first week to prevent aggression and variations in meat flavor — could change too because of new research into pain medication for livestock. “Gradually, people are realizing that these animals feel pain and we need to give them pain relief,” she said. Balk of The Humane Society, a major funder of the California proposal, said gestation crates typically are used in places like China and Europe, although the European Union allows sows to be confined for only the first six weeks — or about a third — of their pregnancy. U.S. farms, he said, shouldn’t resort to “substandard practices.” “Instead, we should set the bar on proper treatment of animals that reflects our mercy and compassion toward animals,” Balk said.

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Cornhole offers good time for participants of all ages the Olympics. Cornhole is just accessible. After buying boards and bags, no extra investment is required.” A game for everyone Cornhole is a simple game that has been played in some manner for centuries. Two players (or four for doubles) take turns throwing bags filled with dried corn at a raised inclined platform with a hole at the far end. The boxes are set 27 feet apart for tournaments and usually 24 feet apart from the front of the box to box for more casual games. SEE CORNHOLE, P11

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restaurants and backyards throughout the Denver metro area. “I do believe cornhole has increased in popularity,” said Denver resident Stan Mika, who plays and designs custom cornhole boards. “It’s because anyone can play no matter their age, their gender or their physical condition. It’s an easy way to be outside socializing with friends and family.” And some players, he added, say they get better after a beer or two. “The American Cornhole Championships were recently broadcast on ESPN, which speaks to its rising popularity,” Mika said. “Kind of reminds me of the attention the U.S. curling team got after

Most sports develop special terminology, and cornhole has its own vocabulary. These terms were obtained from Wikipedia and other various sources. • Cow pie (ace) – Bag that lands on the board and is worth one point. • Airmail – A bag that does not bounce or slide on the board but goes directly into the hole. Sometimes called a swish. • Back door or dirty rollout – A bag that goes over a blocker bag and into the hole. • Backstop – A bag that lands past the hole but creates a backboard to prevent a slider from going off the board. • Blocker – An ace or cow pie that lands in front of the hole to block the hole from a slider. • Cornucopia – When a player throws all four bags into the hole during one inning. This is also called a four-bagger. • Cornhole – A bag that falls into the hole, which is worth three points. • Dirty bag – A bag that is on the ground or is hanging off the board and touching the ground. • Flop – A type of toss that doesn’t spin horizontally or vertically. • Leprechaun – When a player lands all four bags on the board without getting any in the hole. • Screaming eagle – A bag thrown beyond the board without hitting the board. • Slippery granny – Scoring three bags in a row on the board. • Trip dip – When a player cornholes three out of four bags on a single round. • Hooker – A bag hitting the board and hooking or curving around a locker and going into the hole. • Jumper – A bag that strikes another bag on the board, causing it to jump up into the cornhole. • Sally – A toss that is thrown too weakly and lands on the ground before reaching the board. • Shucker – When a player throws a bag that strikes an opposing players’ bag, knocking it off the board. • Slider – A cornhole that slides into the hole.

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The Littleton resident said her daughter loved all that was going on. “She hasn’t stopped smiling since I told her we were coming out here,” Simpson said. “This the first time she has ever been on a ranch and she is just loves it and loves being around the horses. I think it is wonderful that these people are willing to open the ranch and hold these activities for our children.” Marine veteran Chris Boyer said he comes to the ranch because being there relieves the stress from his service in the first Gulf War. “I have post-traumatic stress disorder and I have coming here for about four years,” he said. “I come to the ranch because working with Suzy and the horses grounds me and brings me a sense of peace I normally don’t have.” The Highlands Ranch resident said he grew up in Minnesota until he was 12, when the family moved to Colorado. “I wasn’t raised around horses so this was a new experience for me,” he said. “The horses are fun, particularly when they do what you ask them to do. The ranch is an important part of my life and I come here for therapy as well as to volunteer to help others who come here.” He said he feels blessed that he can help other veterans who come to the ranch. “I feel I know what people, particularly the veterans and first responders,

Children of first-responders, military personnel and veterans take a hay ride around the arena during Aug. 1 Buckaroo Day at Eagles Nest Ranch. TOM MUNDS are going through because I have been there,” he said. “I do my best to help them as much as I can.” MacKenzie said she started Eagle’s Nest Ranch to help people who were facing difficult times in their lives. “I grew up with a lot of turmoil in my life, my parents divorced and my mother eventually took her own life,” she said. “But I have always had a passion for horses, and when I came back from the mission field I heard about the Crystal Peaks Horse Ranch in the state of Washington that adopted abused horses and trained them to become therapy horses when they were paired with children who are having difficulties in their lives. I decided that

was something I would like to do.” She found the location near Elizabeth when she and the volunteers opened and began operating the ranch in 2014. “We are a faith-based organization,” MacKenzie said. “We do what we do because I believe we are providing the opportunity to be around horses for those having a difficult time in their lives. We hope this will set the tone and our prayer is God will do the healing.” She said the ranch is on leased land but that will change in September. “We have been blessed with the donation of 40 acres of land that include a house and a barn with stalls for our

“The horses are fun, particularly when they do what you ask them to do. The ranch is an important way of life and I come here for therapy as well as to volunteer to help others who come here.” Chris Boyer Marine veteran

horses that is just a few miles from where we are now,” she said. “It is a great blessing and a huge benefit to our program.” She said the new location is complete but the ministry still needs a horse trailer and pickup. For more information or to contact the ranch, go to the website at www. eaglesnestranch.org.

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At the center of the debate is the proposed Economic Development Zone overlay, a plan initiated by the Elbert County Board of Commissioners to allow zoning changes to land along specific corridors in the county, including spots along Highway 86 and U.S. 24. Under the EDZ, which the commissioners scheduled for an Aug. 8 vote, land within a half-mile of the centerline of EDZ corridors would be rezoned from agricultural to commercial, residential or industrial. Hotels, multi-family housing, a college or university and self-storage facilities would be just a few of the more than 40 uses allowed by right to be built. According to Elbert County Manager Sam Albrecht, citizens have asked for more growth and jobs within the county. “In the past, through a citizen engagement survey, citizens have said that Elbert County needs to focus on bringing hew jobs into the county,” said Albrecht. “We think the EDZ will be a piece of that process. In the past it’s taken over a year to get zoning and a site plan approved before they’re ready to break ground. Because of that timeline and cost associated with rezoning requirements, they’re going to other counties.” The EDZ would eliminate the need for landowners to have their

“Open space and trails are a big part of our rural community. With the EDZ you could have a trail start on one piece of property but have to end on the next property.” Angela Ternus, Mayor Pro Tem, Elizabeth land rezoned, and although they would still have to submit site plans for approval, the process would include administrative approval only, omitting public hearings. “What this also does, is actually lets property owners in EDZ corridors have choices,” said Albrecht. “Say a guy has 80 acres and it’s zoned agriculture. He can stay agriculture as long as he wants to. Say another guy comes in and buys 80 acres and it’s zoned agricultural, he doesn’t have to go through rezoning.” Property rights touted Albrecht said the county approaches land development from the standpoint of property rights. “If a landowner wants to bring in a business from the approved list, we let them,” said Albrecht. The current EDZ includes 26,000 acres within Elbert County, but excludes properties located within Elizabeth, Kiowa and Simla.

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Angela Ternus, mayor pro tem of Elizabeth, said nobody disputes the inevitable growth of the county, but she feels the EDZ will not bring the kind of quality growth residents want to see. “If you make it easy enough and cheap enough you’ll get development,” said Ternus. “But we want good, quality development. And with the EDZ there will be no say what will be built where, as long as it’s on the approved list.” The EDZ poses a problem in the future growth and planning for Elizabeth, according to Ternus, because there will be no public hearing involved and no planning between adjoining properties for the land outside town subject to the EDZ. “Open space and trails are a big part of our rural community,” said Ternus. “With the EDZ you could have a trail start on one piece of property, but have to end on the next property. We could have miles of RV storage facilities, or selfstorage facilities, and neither of those is attractive, yet neighbors would have no say in how the land around them is built out. There’s no consistency.” Grace Erickson, community development director with the Town of Elizabeth, said the EDZ was initiated by Elbert County commissioners, and they have been unsympathetic to the concerns of people from Elizabeth. In an effort to stop the EDZ from being approved, the Town of Elizabeth compiled a fact sheet citing concerns, and distributed it through press releases, the town website, Facebook and handouts. “We have been looking at other

alternatives for development,” said Erickson. “By state statute we are responsible for a three-mile radius of our town limits when planning for water, roads and specific land use. We just received funding to do an updated comprehensive plan, and that’s going to be hard to do when we don’t know what’s going to be built along these corridors.” Annexation is possibility According to Albrecht, the county has an intergovernmental agreement with Elizabeth, and the town has the opportunity to attempt to try to annex any land within the three-mile zone surrounding town limits, and he said fears that the EDZ will interfere with their master plan are unfounded. “We have an IGA with Elizabeth. If somebody walked in right now and wanted to build on property one mile from Elizabeth, the first thing we would do is notify the town and give them the opportunity to meet with the property owner and talk about annexation into the town.” Megan Vasquez, mayor of Elizabeth, said she feels the county commissioners are acting too quickly, and not listening to their concerns. “As a town we are trying to stay focused on our strategic plan. We have a vision, and the county could rupture our plan,” said Vasquez. “We have to look out for the town. The county has said they would take (the three-mile radius around Elizabeth) out of the EDZ for one year, but won’t consider taking us out of the plan completely.” Ternus said she hoped the commissioners would reconsider the EDZ approval. “I believe they need to slow this down,” said Ternus. “They need to listen to the objections and consider long-term ramifications. The planning commission recommended county commissioners approve the plan during the July 24 planning meeting. “The commissioners will listen to public comment, look at documents and make up their own minds on how to vote,” said Albrecht, of the Aug. 8 meeting. “We just want new businesses in the county. We don’t care if they’re in town or the county, EDZ doesn’t change that.”

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In April, media and technology company Redbarre announced it was no longer committed to building a $1 billion digital media campus in the Compark industrial area of Parker, citing “an impasse with the landowner.” The campus was still a possibility for the site, but Redbarre officials were exploring their options, a spokesman said. On July 30, Compark developers of-

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A bag that goes into the hole scores three points and one on the board is worth one point. Matches are broken down into innings or frames with each player throwing four bags. Any bag that touches the ground during the throw does not count. Cancellation scoring is used and the first team or player to 21 with a difference of two points is the winner. Any of a team’s or individual’s bags knocked into the hole by the opposition counts. Many contestants are adept at throwing the bags of corn while holding refreshments in their other hand. Great athletic skills are not needed to play the game. Young, old, male and female can participate in cornhole, a social game that allows for interaction between competitors. Play Mile High organizes cornhole leagues and tournaments in bars and parks around the Denver area. A Colorado state tournament is set for Oct.27 at Softball Country at 2101 W. 64th Avenue in southwestern Adams County. Plus, there are numerous national tournaments for singles and doubles participants each year, with increasing tourney prize money ranging from $36,000 to $68,000. The game, also known by such names

ficially took themselves out of contention for the campus, withdrawing the location in northwest Parker from consideration. “We respect Compark’s decision to remove their site as one of our preferred locations...,” said Don Levy, CEO of Redbarre, in a news release announcing Compark’s move. “Putting a fund package together for a billion-dollar project takes time and patience. We wish Compark and the town of Parker nothing but the best, they have been world-class in their

approach and accessibility throughout this process.” The news release, sent by the public relations firm Dovetail Solutions, stated Redbarre was told Compark withdrew its offer for “unspecified reasons.” Compark developer Michael Vickers declined to comment. In August 2017, Redbarre announced plans to build in Parker amid much fanfare. The company held a news conference on the steps of the state Capitol

in Denver, with Gov. John Hickenlooper and officials from Parker and Douglas County in attendance. Plans were to build a 68-acre, 1.9 millionsquare-foot digital media and technology campus in the Compark area. The plans included production studios, retail, office and hospitality spaces, and promised to bring nearly 4,000 jobs to the area. Plans originally called for the campus to break ground this summer.

as tailgate toss, bean bag toss, baggo, corn toss and bags game, is easy to play in the backyard or in parking lots and tailgate gatherings to keep people entertained before barbecues or games. Cornhole has also started to make inroads as a charity event. Several fundraising tournaments have been held this summer. Ford Church, executive director of the Cottonwood Institute, said a few years ago the educational nonprofit organization decided to raise money with a cornhole tournament instead of another golf tournament. This year, The Throwdown: A Charity Cornhole Tournment was scheduled for Aug. 5 at Union Station in downtown Denver, with 32 two-person teams scheduled to play in challenge and competitive divisions.

a pound of corn, but when the price of corn swelled, the game lost popularity. German immigrants began playing in Cincinnati during the 1800s where corn was abundant and available. Then there was Kentucky farmer Jedidiah McGillicuddy, who apparently devised the game to play on the farm with friends and family. Still, the game probably hasn’t changed much in one aspect because, no matter if it is a game that involves family, friends, a league or a tournament, it is natural for players to become competitive. “It gets competitive,” said Alicia Shoulder of Lone Tree. “It takes a little bit of practice. It’s not like super easy. When you first start you are really not that good, but you get there. It is just fun to play.” As simple as the game might seem, it can get difficult at times for elite play-

ers, who need to determine the correct footwork and bag release and use speed shots, spin shots or stop shots. Players can grip the bag on the side and give it back spin, or hold it flat so the bag lands like a pancake. “Every approved bag has a slick side and sticky side,” explained Wilbanks. “If you are going first, you want to block so you use the sticky side with a higher trajectory and land it right in front of the hole so it sticks there. If you go second, you can go with a slider, a little lower trajectory and harder push to push the bag in — or you have the dunker which goes over the top and straight in the hole. “It is more like a chess game. You have to figure out what your opponent wants to do first. If they are sliding people you want to block them. If they are dunkers, you had better get your bags in position to get them all in.”

Origins debated Mika, who started his own business that he calls The Colorado Cornhole Guy, didn’t speculate on the origin of the game, which has been and will continue to be debated. Many argue that ancient civilizations invented cornhole by tossing rocks at holes in the ground. Others claim Native Americans — citing the Blackhawk tribe in Illinois — filled pigs’ bladders with dried beans and tossed them competitively. Germans maintain they started cornhole with burlap bags filled with

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Clinics and gizmos and nights on the town. Oh, fireworks, my favorites, and plenty of clowns. Republicans and Democrats and leaky submarines. Apples and grapes and ripe tangerines. Click, click, it’s me. Selfies? I got ‘em. I’m embarrassed to tell. Hundreds and that’s just this week. Here I am on the couch. Here I am standing next to a stranger holding a chicken. That’s me on Saturday night. That’s me on Sunday morning. Ouch. Friends come over and I get them too. Cubby and Karen, that’s who. Daltrey and Townsend, that’s Who. Clubs and cults, waiters and waitresses, brides and grooms, judges and juries. There are others like me. I’m not one of a kind. We’re everywhere and we’re everything. We’re up, we’re on, we’re twenty-eighteen. Bother you? Too bad. Get a life. I’m here to document. I am here to record. If I wasn’t taking pictures of

everything in sight, I’m sure I would be bored. They all go into files and folders, by day and by time. There are headings and subheadings, and topics that rhyme. Bowling balls and melon balls. Cockpits and cocktails. Leos and Virgos. Buffaloes and Rams. Hoover and Coulee and Oroville Dams. Balloons and lagoons and the “Golden Pond” loons. A Scorpion with a camera wanted to get across a river, but couldn’t swim, so he asked a nearby Frog for a lift. Halfway across, the Scorpion started taking pictures. “Why not just enjoy the ride?” the Frog asked the Scorpion. “Can’t,” the Scorpion said in a supplicatory tone. “It’s not my fault; it’s my nature.”

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hether we say Not only did I hear him say it WINNING that behind every from the stage dozens of times WORDS great man is a and hear it on his audio progreat woman, or grams hundreds of times, I was fortunate enough to witness it behind every great woman is happening in real life over and a great man, or we agree that over again. To watch Mr. Ziglar behind every great person as he loved on his wife was one is another great person or thing, and to see them love on family, we can all agree that each other was the epitome of a typically when we see a perhappy marriage. son, a family, a business or a If you would like to read one team succeed, that the level of the very best books ever of success achieved was in Michael Norton on how to build and live out a direct proportion to the supsuccessful marriage, read Zig Ziglar’s port, love, hope, and encouragement book, “Courtship After Marriage.” of others. What Zig writes about in this book This week I want to pay tribute to is how he and Jean lived their lives Jean Ziglar, Zig Ziglar’s beloved wife together. who passed away recently at the age They were the real deal, their love of 90. Zig never missed an opportunity and relationship were, and still are, to share what a remarkable woman a living example to every couple that she was and did so right up until the wants to experience a closer and more time of his passing back in 2012. loving relationship. From the stage he was famous for Jean Ziglar will also be remembered referring to her as “The Redhead.” He as the “Happy Hugger.” If you were would say, “When I am talking about ever blessed enough to meet her, that her, it’s The Redhead, when I am talking to her, it’s Sugar Baby, and her real means you probably got a hug. If you ever spent time with her, you probably name is Jean.” JERRY HEALEY President

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“We are clearly disappointed, but the dynamic nature of project negotations often result in changes and delays that are unexpected,” said Matt Carlson, business recruitment manager for the Town of Parker’s Economic Development Division. Parker Mayor Mike Waid said the town had been a big supporter of the project from the beginning. In its announcement in 2017, Redbarre said the Compark area of Parker provided a unique combination of land, price, data infrastructure and location. Compark is located along E-470 and includes bits of land in Parker and unincorporated Douglas County. The company’s website, at redbarre. com/Colorado, says Colorado was an attractive option to build its campus for its centralized location and booming technology industry. The site says Redbarre has locations in Denver, New York and Los Angeles. Where does Redbarre go from here? On the company’s site, under the

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There were a few people in the room with us, but that didn’t seem to phase Zig or Jean. And then as we walked out through the tunnel, Zig and Jean walked together holding hands right up to the point where Zig was to go on stage. Even as they were announcing his name, Jean was holding his hand and telling him how God loved him and how she loved him. It was amazing, truly amazing. I was standing next to a security guard who made the walk with us. He was about 6’5” tall and a big man. I could see him wiping a tear from his eye too, as we both had tears of joy and appreciation for this wonder-

Requirements: Must be 21 years of age or older; retired individuals are great. Must complete a employment application, pass a background check, and complete interviews. After being sworn in, in the first three months of membership, complete a minimum of 45 hours of orientation and training curriculum. After this 90-day probationary period, members must log a minimum of 10 hours of month and attend monthly training meetings. Persons ages 15-20, may join the Elbert County Sheriffs Explorer POST that is associated with the Posse. Contact: David Peontek at djp1911@msn.com or 303-646-5456. Go to http://www.elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html; print out and complete an employment application and turn it into the Elbert County Sheriff ’s Office in Kiowa, “Attn: David Peontek.”

Hospice at Home Need: Volunteers help patients and their families with respite care, videotaping, massage and other tasks. Home study training is available. Contact 303-698-6404

Girl Scouts of Colorado Need: Troop leaders, office support, administrative help and more Age requirement: Men and women, 18 and older Contact: www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org, inquiry@gscolorado.org or 1-877-404-5708

Neighbor Network: helps older adults stay independent. Serves all of Douglas County Need: Volunteers who can provide transportation, light housekeeping, handyman and companion services to seniors. Requirements: Must be at least 21 and have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

tab originally labeled “How does this affect Parker?” it now reads “How does this affect the communities of South Denver?” It states Redbarre would bring more than $900 million in new infrastructure to the communities of South Denver, increased local tax revenues and several new indoor and outdoor venues available for local community events. The groundbreaking on Redbarre’s Colorado campus was originally scheduled to begin between July and September. According to the Redbarre news release, the project will break ground later this year, but it’s not clear where. A spokesman said he could not release a list of possible sites per a non-disclosure agreement. While the town won’t be seeing what was touted to be a boost of more than $1 billion to its economy, Carlson said the town will continue to attract businesses to the Compark area. “The availability of easily developed sites, such as Compark, allows Parker to frequently engage in discussions with organizations, both bigger and smaller than Redbarre, who are looking to expand or relocate their operations in Colorado,” Carlson said. ful and loving couple who together changed the lives of millions of people around the world. When asked for one of the reasons why he loved his dad so much, Tom Ziglar answered, “I love my dad so much because of the way he loved my mom.” She truly was a special woman. So how about you? Do you need a little courtship after marriage? Or are you already living a full, wonderful, and loving life now? I would love to hear you story at gotonorton@gmail. com and when we can be the supportive, loving, and encouraging person behind someone else, 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.

Hospice of Covenant Care Need: support patients and families Contact: 303-731-8039 Meals on Wheels: Delivers meals to residents in Englewood, southern Jefferson County and western Arapahoe County Need: Drivers to deliver meals; volunteers to help prepare, box and label meals Requirements: dedicate 1-2 hours a week Contact: Phil or Mary at 303-798-7642 (from 8 a.m. to noon Mondays through Fridays)

Contact: 303-814-4300, neighbornetwork@ douglas.co.us or dcneighbornetwork.org. Parker Senior Center: Provides services to local seniors. Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to the center for a hot meal, to appointments, to the grocery store, and more. Contact: Louise West at 303-841-5370. PeopleFirst Hospice: Denver hospice Need: Volunteers to provide companionship to hospice patients and their families. Contact: Rachel Wang at 303-546-7921 Red Cross: Supports the elderly, international causes and social services Need: Volunteers to provide support Contact: 303-607-4768 or 303-266-7855

Sunset Hospice: Provides end-of-life support Need: Volunteer training is from 6-10 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesdays; they also meet from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every first and third Saturday Contact: Jami Martin at 303-693-2105 SEE VOLUNTEERS, P19

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LIFE

Independent bookstores here to stay

Holly Brooks has owned Capitol Hill Books since 2005, but the store has occupied its location across from the state Capitol for 37 years.

Shops offer out-of-print texts, bring character to shopping experience BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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the death of independent bookstores like Tattered Cover and reading as people knew it was imminent. That belief has since been, mostly, debunked. Independent bookstores are still here. They’re still selling hard copies of texts across genres. And they have a loyal customer base, owners say.

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Heidi Herman scanned through the children’s book section at Tattered Cover Bookstore in Aspen Grove in Littleton, while her son, Maddox, 10, sat on the floor flipping through a book about LEGOs. When they go to a bookstore, the Littleton family said, it’s Tattered Cover. “I like the small feel, and we’re pretty big on supporting local businesses,” Heidi said Aug. 3. When Amazon burst onto the scene in the 1990s and as digital books grew in popularity, speculation swirled that

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Still, there’s no doubt that models like Amazon’s or of large retailers such as Barnes & Noble affected business for independent bookstores, say indie shop owners in the Denver metro area, both in the used and new book industries. And Amazon has begun delving into the brick-and-mortar side of retail in recent years, including the announcement it will open a store in Lone Tree at Park Meadows mall in the near future. Len Vlahos, co-owner of Tattered Cover Bookstore, said he isn’t worried about competition from Amazon or the future of independents, a sentiment echoed by other shop owners. What keeps independent bookstores going, he points out, is the customer service, the personal touch of selling items that customers might not find at a corporate-run store relying on the New York Times best-seller list. “I’ve been in one of the Amazon stores,” Vlahos said. “It’s a different model. How they display books, how they price books.” Tattered Cover started in Denver in 1971 but today has grown to five locations and holds more than 500 events annually. The business may be larger than many independent bookstores, but it focuses on most of the core values driving shops of all sizes, Vlahos said. “We’re rooted in the Denver community,” he said. “Our buyers who buy books for the stores live in and around Denver.” Their selection of books also differs by location and aims to cater to each demographic. Buyers at the Aspen Grove shopping center, for example, may look to different products than those on Colfax, Vlahos said. There’s also the warm cup of coffee, the comfortable couch that begs you to stay and special events for people of all ages. Jim Norris is the co-owner of Mutiny Information Café on South Broadway in Denver, which has operated as

Heidi and Maddox Herman from Littleton say they prefer stopping at independently-owned Tattered Cover when they want to shop at a bookstore. JESSICA GIBBS

a bookstore for about 30 years, under different names and owners. He believes Amazon is “counterproductive to the community spirit” of independent bookstores and that large chain stores don’t have the same character as indies, he said. “They’re deliberately made to be generic, so they’re easy to go in and out of,” he said. Mutiny is “super eclectic,” and a space where shoppers can find comics, used books, vinyl records and visit the in-house coffee bar. Essentially, Norris said, it’s a “pop culture playground.” Holly Brooks has owned Capitol Hill Books since 2005, but like Mutiny, the shop has sat in its corner store location across from the state Capitol for decades, she said. Brooks is the third owner. SEE BOOKSTORES, P17

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Buy library materials by the bag at annual sale

he 10th annual Bag of Books Sale runs Aug. 10 to 19, as part of Littleton’s Western Welcome Week celebrations, hosted by the Friends of the SONYA’S Littleton Library/ Museum. Last year, SAMPLER a volunteer who was sorting donations found a special 25th anniversary edition of Kurt Vonnegut’s “Slaughterhouse Five,” signed by the author, which earned more than $100 from an area Sonya Ellingboe dealer for the Friends of the Library/Museum. Such items turn up in the Bag of Books Sale and a visitor might score a treasure — or in any case reading to last several months! Chairman Sue McNamee says you too could find a treasure! A bag of books costs $4 during this sale at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. During library hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sundays. The sale also includes audiobooks, VHS tapes/films, DVDs. Auditions for musicians Colorado Wind Ensemble will hold auditions on Aug. 29 at the King Center on the Auraria Campus, 855 Lawrence Way, Denver, for: regular

Recently, a copy of Kurt Vonegut’s signature appeared in a copy of “Slaughterhouse Five” donation to the Friends of the Library/Museum book sale. The Western Welcome Week Bag of Books Sale runs August 10 to 19 at Bemis Library. COURTESY PHOTO musicians — baritone saxophone, trumpet, horn; alternate musicians — flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, percussion, piano, string bass, harp. Notify CWE by Aug. 15 if you want to audition: coloradowindensemble.org.: P.O. Box 101374, Denver CO 80250-1374.

Bemis Library events in Littleton Three events are coming up at Littleton’s Bemis Library at 6014 S. Datura St. At 7 p.m. on Aug. 14, “Sculptor in Buckskin: Alexander Phimister Proctor” will be Dave Lively’s subject. Proctor’s sculptures of animals and Western themes are well-recognized nationally. At 6 p.m. on Aug. 16, Spinphony, a high-energy all-female string quartet, will play a mix of rock, classical, pop and original tunes on the Bemis Library lawn as part of Littleton’s Western Welcome Week celebration. Hot dogs, brats, burgers, beverages and ice cream will be available for purchase. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 21 will be Legal Night with members of the Arapahoe County Bar Association. Free 30-minute consultations. Register at the library, 303-795-3961, littletongov. org/library calendar. John Waters musical “Cry Baby,” based on the movie by John Waters, is produced by Equinox Theatre Company in a regional premiere at the Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St., Denver Highlands. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., $20 advance/$25 at the door, EquinoxTheatreDenver. com. ‘Reunion ‘69’ and `Reunion ‘85’ Both programs wowed Lone Tree Arts Center’s audiences in 2016 and will return to the Byron Theatre at the University of Denver, University Bou-

levard and Iliff Avenue, ThursdaysSundays through Aug. 26. Audience members take part in an immersive experience of improv comedy and period music. Tickets $19.69 and $19.85 at Reunionexperience.com. Butterflies at Chatfield Butterflies at Chatfield will be open through Sept. 3 at Chatfield Farms, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (last entry 3:15 p.m.) in an enclosure filled with more than 50 native plants. $4 adult/child, $2 member adult/child. Chatfield Farms is located at 8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton (off South Wadsworth Boulevard). Visit this native plant site and working farm, including lavender beds. 720-865-3500, botanicgardens.org/ chatfield-farms. Anthology reading Contributors to the anthology, “Still Coming Home; Denver Veterans Writing,” sponsored by Colorado Humanities and the Center for the Book, located in Greenwood Village, will read at a book launch at Red Line Contemporary Art Center, 2350 Arapahoe St., Denver at 5:15 p.m. Aug. 10. The event is part of a two-day Socially Engaged Art and Conversation Summit, part of a national initiative by the National Endowment for the Arts to address a common problem for many veterans: Can they really ever come home? SEE SAMPLER, P18

Serving the southeast Denver area

Castle Rock/Franktown

First United Methodist Church 1200 South Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 303.688.3047 www.fumccr.org

Services:

Sunday Worship 8:30am and 10:00am 10:00am - Sunday School Little Blessings Parents Day Out www.littleblessingspdo.com

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St. Thomas More Catholic Parish & School

Seven Sunday Masses Two Daily Masses Confessions Six Days a Week STM Catholic School Preschool – Grade 8

8035 South Quebec Street Centennial, CO 80112 303.770.1155

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Sunday Services - 10 a.m. Cimarron Middle School 12130 Canterberry Parkway Parker, CO 80138 www.CSLParker.org

Congregation Beth Shalom Serving the Southeast Denver area

Call or check our website for information on services and social events! www.cbsdenver.org

303-794-6643

Lone Tree

Trinity Lutheran Church and School

Sunday Worship Times 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Trinity Lutheran School and ECEC (Ages 2 1/2 - 5; Grades K-8)

www.tlcas.org 303-841-4660

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To advertise your place of worship in this section, call Karen at 303-566-4091 or email kearhart@ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

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CLUBS

Editor’s note: Send new listings or changes to hharden@coloradocommunitymedia.com. Deadline is noon Wednesday a week before publication.

AA If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. More than 1,000 AA meetings are offered in the Denver area every week. If you think you may have a problem with alcohol, come see us. To find a meeting near you, call 303-322-4440, or go to www.daccaa.org.

Camping Singles: 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Membership ranges from 40s to 60-plus. Colorado single adults who enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking, sightseeing, photography, the camaraderie of others, and starry nights around the camp fire. We usually camp in designated forest service or state park campgrounds within 2 to 5 hours of Denver. Contact campingsingles@gmail. com

Castle Rock Bridge Club: 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Plum Creek Golf Club, 331 Players Club Drive, Castle Rock. Friendly, ACBLsanctioned duplicate games. For assistance in finding a bridge partner, call Georgiana Butler at 303-810-8504. Go to www.castlerockbridge.com.

Elbert County Sheriff’s Posse: a nonprofit volunteer organization that is part of the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office. As volunteers we support the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office, all law enforcement in our county, and the community at large. Go to http://www.elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html, or contact Dave Peontek at 303-646-5456. Elizabeth American Legion, Post 82: supporting veterans, their families and the community, meets the first Monday of every month (except when the first Monday is a holiday, in which case the meeting is the second Monday) at the Legion Post Hall at South Banner Street and Elm Street in Elizabeth. Social hour begins at 5:30 and regular business meeting starts at 6:30. Friday Afternoon Club meets from 5-7 p.m. every Friday and Veterans Coffee Club meets every Wednesday from 8-11 a.m. for social time with other veterans. All Veterans are invited to all meetings, we’d like to see you. Website: aml82.org. Elizabeth Food Bank: 12:30-3 p.m. Friday and 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday at 381 S. Banner in Elizabeth (next door to Elizabeth Presbyterian Church); available to help anyone who needs food. Other times by appointment.

Chess: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at the Simla Library. All skill levels and ages welcome. Call 719-541-2573.

Game Night: 4 p.m. Mondays at the Kiowa Library; call 303-621-2111. Also, 5 p.m. Tuesdays and 5 p.m. Wednesdays at the Elbert Library; call 303-648-3533. Enjoy board, card, and video games for all ages. Go to pplibraries.org.

Douglas-Elbert County Music Teachers’ Association: 9 a.m. every first Thursday at Parker Bible Church, between Jordan and Chambers on Mainstreet. All area music teachers are welcome. Call Lucie Washburn, 303-814-3479.

Kiowa Creek Food Pantry: open from 8:30 a.m. to noon Tuesdays in the Fellowship Hall at 231 Cheyenne Street, Kiowa. Distribution for the State of Colorado TEFAP food program. Food is distributed monthly to low-income individuals/families that qualify. We also

distribute low-income senior food boxes for the state; those 60 and older may qualify for a monthly supplement. If you are in need of food assistance or know someone who is, we may be able to qualify you for one of these programs. Call 303-621-2376. Knitting Group: 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the Kiowa Library. Knit and chat. All skill levels welcome. Call 303-621-2111 or go to pplibraries.org. Lawyers at the Library: 6-9 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Elizabeth Library, 651 W. Beverly St. Free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process and procedure for the areas of family law, civil litigation, criminal defense, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law and civil protection orders. Walk-ins welcome. Everyone will be helped on a first-come, first-served basis. LEGO Master Brickster: 3:45 p.m. Thursdays at the Kiowa Library. Build LEGO stuff together. Call 303-621-2111 or go to pplibraries.org. Mystery Book Club: 9:30 a.m. the first Saturday of each month at the Simla Public Library. The group enjoys talking about a variety of mystery authors and titles. We also periodically host a Colorado author during our meetings. Everyone may join us, and registration is not required. Visit the Simla Branch of the Elbert County Library District at 504 Washington Avenue, call 719-541-2573, or email farabe@ elbertcountylibrary.org. Outback Express: public transit service provided by the East Central Council of Local Governments. To ensure a seat is available, 24-hour notice appreciated. Call Kay Campbell, 719- 541-4275, or 800-825-0208 for reservations. Go to eccog.com. Overeaters Anonymous: 10-11 a.m. and from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in the Sedalia Room at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 2100 Meadows Parkway, Castle Rock. Parker-Franktown-Elizabeth Paper Crafting Club: regular meetings on various weekday evenings and weekends at 7786 Prairie Lake Trail, Parker (in the Pinery). Open to anyone interested in card making and scrapbooking. Contact Alison Collins at 720-212-4788 or find us online at http://www.meetup.com/ParkerFranktown-Elizabeth-Paper-Crafting-Club/ Parker Republicans meet at 7 a.m. the first Friday of each month at Rory’s Diner, 11020 S. Pikes Peak Drive, Parker. Meetings have featured speakers and elected officials’ updates. Registration/social hour begins at 6:30 a.m. Attendance is free, coffee is $5 and a full breakfast can be purchased for $15 (all cash only). Contact Mark Hall at 720-984-4128 or e-mail via parkerbreakfastclub.com. Ranchland Republican Women: 7 p.m. third Monday of each month at the Elizabeth Library, 651 Beverly St. Membership is open to Republicans only. Dues are $25 for a full voting member (women only) and $10 for a non-voting member (can be women or men). For a membership application and other information, go to www.RanchlandRepublianWomen.org. Seniors Meet: 11 a.m. Mondays at the Elizabeth Senior Center, 823 S. Banner St. Bring a dish for potluck on the first Monday of each month. Other Mondays, bring a sack lunch. Bingo, games and socializing. New leadership. Call Agnes at 303-883-7881 or Carol at 303-6463425.

Simla Open Mic Night: 6:30 p.m. Fridays at the Simla Library. Share poetry, music, dance, comedy or painting (inter alios), or just come and watch.3333 Sky Cliff Center Caregiver Support Group: 10-11:30 a.m. the third Tuesday of each month at 4600 E. Highway 86, Castle Rock. Caregiving for adults can be challenging at times, and you’re not alone. For information, or to let the center know if you’re coming, call 303-8142863 or email skycliffctr@skycliff.org. Go to www.skycliff.org Sky Cliff Center Stroke Support Group: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the second and last Wednesday of each month at Christlife Community Church, 5451 E. Highway 86, Franktown (lunch provided). Also, 10-11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of each month at Sky Ridge Medical Center, 10101 Ridge Gate Parkway, Lone Tree. Call Sky Cliff Center at 303-814-2863.

Southeast Beekeeping Club meets from 6:308:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at the North Pinery Firehouse, Parker. All levels, from no-bees to wanna-bees to tons of bees. Our meeting time is spent solving beekeeping challenges, networking and refreshments. P There is no fee for this meeting and a lending library is available. Call Sue Huseby, 970-3765236 or email sebcbeemail@gmail.com. Go to southeastbeekeepingclub.com. Teen Tuesday: 5 p.m. Tuesdays at the Elbert Library. Play card and video games. Call 303648-3533 or go to pplibraries.org. Therapeutic riding: Promise Ranch Therapeutic Riding in Parker offers free therapeutic riding for developmentally disabled adults and children. Scholarship money is available for Douglas County residents to provide 10 therapeutic riding lessons. Call 303-841-5007 or visit promiseranchtherapeuticriding.com.

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3 3 A 8 a VFW Post 10649: 8:30 a.m. the first Saturday T of every month at 24325 Main St., Elbert. Go to 4 http://www.vfwpost10649.org. Contact Alan d B Beebe at 303-435-2560 for questions. 4 b VFW Post 4266: 7 p.m. the third Monday of every month at the Pinery Fire Station, Com- T 4 munity Room Lower Level, 8170 N. Hillcrest Way, Parker. Serving veterans of foreign wars t in Parker, Castle Pines and Castle Rock areas. C Go to www.vfwpost4266.org. P.O. Box 4266, Parker, CO 80134. On Facebook at VFW Post 4266, Parker. Waste Not Wednesdays: 4:15 p.m. Wednesdays, at Simla Library. Kids craft and learn with repurposed stuff. Call 719-541-2573 or go to pplibraries.org. Widowed Men and Women of America, sponsors social events for members to make new friends and have fun with people who have shared life experiences. Members live in the Denver metro area and surrounding communities. Contact Les at 303-797-1209, or go to www.widowedamerica.org. What’s up Wednesdays: 4 p.m. Wednesdays at the Elbert Library; 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Kiowa Library. Free STEAM activities. Call 303-648-3533 (Elbert) or 303-621-2111 (Kiowa) or go to pplibraries.org. Women’s Divorce Workshop: 8:30 a.m. to noon the fourth Saturday of each month at Southeast Christian Church, 9650 Jordan Road, Parker. Check in from 8-8:30 a.m. Register online at www.divorceworkshopdenver.com. Contact 303-210-2607 or info@ divorceworkshopdenver.com.

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BOOKSTORES FROM PAGE 14

“Frankly, most books are out of print,” she said. “The publishers have all shrunk down and consolidated and they can’t afford to publish something that’s not a best-seller.” When a book is no longer published, that’s where independent used bookstores come into the picture, Brooks said, offering recycled copies not available elsewhere. At least once a week, she said, and including the morning she spoke to Colorado Community Media, Brooks gets a call from one of Tattered Cover’s locations asking if they have a book a customer of theirs can’t find. Both Brooks and Norris took over their respective stores from past owners with a mission to keep the shops going. “You can’t see a store like this

close,” Brooks said. “It’s just wrong.” Despite 37 years under the store’s belt, Brooks said, she still gets the Amazon/internet questions on occasion. “People ask me frequently if the internet is hurting us,” Brooks said. Shop owners have responded to Amazon differently. Capitol Hill Books sells online through the site. “It’s that extra little bit that can make the difference,” she said of the profit, which helps them stay open and remain the “neighborhood used bookstore.” Norris said Mutiny doesn’t work with the company. “I just don’t see a need to feed the beast,” he said. Either way, independent bookstores say they’re here to stay, whatever the next challenge may be. “That’s where you’re going to find the real treasures,” Norris said. “It’s not just corporate prints, it’s not just best-sellers. It’s those weird, obscure books.”

DENVER METRO INDIE BOOKSTORES

DENVER 32nd Avenue Books, Toys & Gifts 3633 W. 32nd Ave. 32ndavenuebooks.com Abracadabra Books 8909 E. Colorado Drive abrabks.com The Book Rack 4061 E. Wesley Ave. denverbookrack.com BookBar 4280 Tennyson St. bookbardenver.com The Bookies 4315 E. Mississippi Ave. thebookies.com Capitol Hill Books

300 E. Colfax Ave. capitolhillbooks.com City Stacks Books & Coffee 1743 Wazee St. citystacks.com For Heaven’s Sake 4900 W. 46th Ave. forheavensake. com Mutiny Information Café 2 S. Broadway mutinyinfocafe.com Second Star to the Right 4353 Tennyson St. secondstartotheright.com Tattered Cover Bookstore Locations at 1628 16th St., 2526 E. Colfax Ave., 1701 Wynkoop St., and Denver International Airport tatteredcover.com West Side Books

3434 W. 32nd Ave. westsidebooks.com ENGLEWOOD Goddess Isis Books & Gifts 2775 S. Broadway isisbooks.com LAKEWOOD For Heaven’s Sake Bookstore 1923 N. Wadsworth Blvd. forheavensake.com Full Moon Books & Event Center 9106 W. 6th Ave. fullmoonbooks.com LITTLETON Tattered Cover Bookstore 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive tatteredcover.com WHEAT RIDGE The Book Shop 10840 W. 44th Ave. abookstop.com

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Trout are taking the brunt of the hot dry summer

he unusually high, Trout are considered a OUTDOOR nagging Colorado “cold” water species fish as LIVING summer temperatures opposed to catfish, walleyes, anglers find uncombass and other “warm” water species that occupy east slope fortable have an even more plains lakes and reservoirs. stressful impact on trout we “Trout can thrive in 50 depursue. gree waters, get lethargic at The Colorado Parks & 60 degrees, become stressed Wildlife (CPW) fishery staff at 70 degrees and can expire is strongly urging anglers when water temperatures statewide to consider trout exceed 70 degrees,” accordfishing early in the day and ing to Josh Nehring, senior in higher mountain altitudes Ron Hellbusch aquatic biologist. lakes and streams. The higher the water temThe drought conditions peratures raise the greater the oxyColorado is experiencing across our gen loss, which is the vital element state is starting to take its toll on of water conditions for trout. trout.

SAMPLER FROM PAGE 15

Buskerfest Denver Union Station is the scene for “Buskerfest on the 105th Meridian” Aug. 10-12. Multiple shows starting at 5 p.m. Aug. 10; 10 a.m. Aug. 11; 11 a.m. Aug. 12 on the plaza at Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St. Face painters, kids’ crafts, circus workshops. Also the Union Station Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 11. Full schedule: unionstationbuskerfest.com.

Curtis Center for the Arts The 35th Annual All Colorado Art Show is open at Curtis Center for the Arts, 2349 E. Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, through Aug. 25. Local artist Pat Aaron was juror. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Greenwoodvillage.com. Pat Aaron’s work will be featured in “Connected by Color” at the Arvada Center Sept. 13Nov. 11. Arvada auditions The Arvada Center will hold replacement auditions

Unfortunately, lower river flows caused by drought periods not only create high risk conditions for trout, but less water for farm and ranch irrigation needs. These conditions can result in higher levels of water diversions for crops, thus compounding the lower stream flows and resulting higher water temperatures. Nehring encourages anglers to fish streams in the early morning hours and seek out high elevation lakes and streams where lower water temperatures prevail. Some normal fishing ethics can help struggling trout. Those include using barbless hooks, quickly

for Mayzie and Mr. Mayor/ Wickersham in “Seussical” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 20 at 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. See arvadacenter.org/onstage/auditions to schedule an audition or call 720-8987200 if unable to access website. Must be 18 and older. Art exhibition Colorado Gallery of the Arts, in the Annex at Arapahoe Community College, Littleton campus, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, will host CAEA through August 29, the Colorado Art

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Education Association State Teachers’ Exhibition. Closing reception 5-7 p.m. on Aug. 29. Gallery hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, until 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Art lessons Painter Cindy Welch of Castle Rock will begin teaching watercolor classes on Sept. 4. Beginning Watercolor, 9 a.m. to noon; Watercolor Workshop, 1 to 4 p.m., at the new Hobby Lobby, 1361 New Beale St., Castle Rock. Ongoing four-week sessions. Information: CindyWelchDesign.com.

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The Right Step Inc.: Therapeutic horseback riding program for children and adults with disabilities. Based in Littleton. Need: help with horses before, during and after lessons, walk alongside clients as they ride to help keep them securely on their horses, help with administrative tasks and fundraising. Requirements: must be at least 14 years old and attend a three-hour training session. Contact: volunteercoordinator@therightstepinc.org or go to www.therightstepinc.org. Volunteers of America, Foster Grandparent Program: Foster grandparents volunteer in early childhood centers and public

Need: Walk to End Alzheimer’s committee schools focusing on literacy and numeracy members. for at-risk children and youth. Requirements: Individuals who love to Need: Seniors on a low, fixed income who help plan and execute. Our Walk to End enjoy working with children. Volunteers Alzheimer’s attracts more than 10,000 work 15-40 hours a week. Public Notice people, so planning committee members Contact: 303-297-0408 or voacolorado.org. are essential. District Court, Elbert County, Colorado Court Address: Contact: AARP Foundation Tax-Aide: Offers751 free tax Ute Street / PO Box 232 Deb Wells, 303-813-1669 or 80117 filing help those who cannot afford aKiowa, tax Coloradodwells@alz.org. preparation service. In the Matter of the Estate of: Deceased Animal Rescue of the Rockies: Provides Need: Volunteers to to help older,ALBERT lower-W. MUSGRAVE, Attorney: Marie Landryfoster care for death-row shelter dogs and income taxpayers prepare their tax Myka returns. 133 County Road 17, Ste. E2E / PO Box 2276 Requirement: All levels of experience are 80107 cats throughout Colorado Elizabeth, Colorado Phone Number: 303-802-4672 Need: Foster families for animals on lists to welcome; training and support provided. E-mail: mykalandry@mykalandrylaw.com Contact: 1-888-OUR-AARP (687-2277) FAX Number:or 303-646-2020 be euthanized Atty. Reg. #: 20430 Contact: www.animalrescueoftherockies. www.aarpfoundation.org/taxaide Case Number: 2018PR030032 org. NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION Alzheimer’s Association, Colorado INTERESTED PERSONS AND OWNERS Arthritis Foundation, Colorado/Wyoming Chapter: Provides care and support to BY INHERITANCE PURSUANT TO § 15-12-1303, C.R.S. Chapter: Helps conquer everyday battles 67,000-plus families dealing with all kinds To All Interested Persons and Owners through life-changing information and of dementing illnesses. by Inheritance (List all names of interested

Public Notices persons and owners by inheritance):

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on July 10, 2018, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Elbert County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Derik Lee Williams be changed to Derik Lee Waite Case No.: 18 C 41 Joleen Jerkins By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 24090 First Publication: July 26, 2018 Last Publication: August 9, 2018 Publisher: Elbert County News

District Court, Elbert County, Colorado Court Address: 751 Ute Street / PO Box 232 Kiowa, Colorado 80117

Notice To Creditors

In the Matter of the Estate of: ALBERT W. MUSGRAVE, Deceased Attorney: Myka Marie Landry 133 County Road 17, Ste. E2E / PO Box 2276 Elizabeth, Colorado 80107 Phone Number: 303-802-4672 E-mail: mykalandry@mykalandrylaw.com FAX Number: 303-646-2020 Atty. Reg. #: 20430 Case Number: 2018PR030032 NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION INTERESTED PERSONS AND OWNERS BY INHERITANCE PURSUANT TO § 15-12-1303, C.R.S. To All Interested Persons and Owners by Inheritance (List all names of interested persons and owners by inheritance):

Notice To Creditors

Maxine Rose Musgrave (DOD 1/14/2017), Real Wayne Musgrave, Rose Lee Cason aka Rose Musgrave Brewer, Ruth Anne Musgrave, Raye Lyn Musgrave aka Raye Lyn Fischl (DOD 11/18/2012), Melanie Rose Fischl, Travis Fischl and the Estate of Maxine Rose Musgrave.

Public Notice

A Petition has been filed alleging that the above Decedent died leaving the following property:

District Court, Elbert County, Colorado Court Address: 751 Ute Street / PO Box 232 Kiowa, Colorado 80117 In the Matter of the Estate of: ALBERT W. MUSGRAVE, Deceased Attorney: Myka Marie Landry 133 County Road 17, Ste. E2E / PO Box 2276 Elizabeth, Colorado 80107 Phone Number: 303-802-4672 E-mail: mykalandry@mykalandrylaw.com FAX Number: 303-646-2020 Atty. Reg. #: 20430 Case Number: 2018PR030032

An interest in S1/2 Section 11, Township 6S, Range 64 W of the 6th P.M., County of Elbert, State of Colorado and An interest in N1/2 Section 23, Township 6S, Range 64 W of the 6th P.M., County of Elbert, State of Colorado. The Petition asks that the Court determine heirs and/or devisees as well as decedent’s interests in the property.

A Petition has been filed alleging that the above Decedent died leaving the following property:

Notice To Creditors

The hearing on the Petition will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued: Date: September 21, 2018 Time: 8:00 A.M. Division: 1 Address: 751 Ute Street, Kiowa, CO 80117 The hearing will take approximately 15 minutes. Note: • You must answer the Petition within 35 days after the last publication of this Notice. • Within the time required for answering the Petition, all objections to the Petition must be in writing and filed with the Court. • The hearing shall be limited to the Petition, the objections timely filed and the parties answering the Petition in a timely manner. Date: July 17, 2018 Real Wayne Musgrave /s/ Signature of Person Giving Notice Legal Notice No.: 24091 First Publication: July 26, 2018 Last Publication: August 9, 2018 Publisher: The Elbert County News Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JAMES ALAN KERR, aka James A. Kerr, aka James Kerr, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30013

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resources, access to care, advancements in sciences and community connections. Need: Walk to Cure Arthritis committee members and general office volunteer support. Requirements: Individuals who love to help plan and execute Walk to Cure Arthritis. We combat arthritis every day, so support from volunteers so that we can serve people is crucial. Contact: Amy Boulas, aboulas@arthritis.org, 720-409-3143.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Ethel L. Carter, aka Ethel Louise Carter To advertise your public notices 303-566-4100 and Ethel call Carter, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30015

NoticePublic To Notice Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JAMES ALAN KERR, aka James A. Kerr, aka James Kerr, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30013

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Elbert County, Colorado on or before December 20, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Suzanne V. Kerr aka Suzanne Kerr Personal Representive c/o Myka Marie Landry Attorney At Law PO Box 2276 Elizabeth, CO 80107 Legal Notice No.: 24094 First Publication: July 26, 2018 Last Publication: August 9, 2018 Publisher: The Elbert County News Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Ethel L. Carter, aka Ethel Louise Carter and Ethel Carter, Deceased Case Number: 2018PR30015 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Elbert, County, Colorado on or before November 26, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred.

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Elbert, County, Colorado on or before November 26, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred.

Notice To Creditors

Lloyd Lane Carter, Personal Representative 24800 County Road 117 Simla, CO 80835 Legal Notice No.: 24095 First Publication: July 26, 2018 Last Publication: August 9, 2018 Publisher: The Elbert County News

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Paul Thomas Gregg, Deceased Case Number: 18 PR 13

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Elbert County, Colorado on or before November 30, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Debra Ann Gregg Personal Representative 8385 Midsummer Lane Elizabeth, Colorado 80107 Legal Notice No: 24092 First Publication: July 26, 2018 Last Publication: August 9, 2018 Publisher: Elbert County News

Lloyd Lane Carter, Personal Representative 24800 County Road 117 All persons having claims against the aboveSimla, CO 80835 named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court Legal Notice No.: 24095 Date: September 21, 2018 Time: 8:00 A.M. of Elbert County, Colorado on or before DecemFirst Publication: July 26, 2018 Division: 1 ber 20, 2018, or the claims may be forever Last Publication: August 9, 2018 Address: 751 Ute Street, Kiowa, CO 80117 Public Notice barred. Publisher: The Elbert County News The hearing will take approximately NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION 15 minutes. Elbert County Government Bi-Annual Salary Publication per C.R.S. 30-25-111. The countywide average percentage of salary that is paid in addition to regular salary as fringe benefits in 23%. Suzanne V. Kerr aka Suzanne INTERESTED PERSONS AND OWNERS June, 2018 Kerr Personal Representive BY INHERITANCE Note: Employee Title TO § 15-12-1303, Gross Monthly Salary Manager $4,680.00 PT Health Specialist $2,210.00 Truck Driver $2,964.00 Executive Assistant to the Sheriff c/oEnvironmental Myka Marie Landry PURSUANT C.R.S. •Facilities You must answer the Petition within 35 days Maintenance $2,964.00 Public Trustee $3,125.00 Truck Driver $2,964.00 Investigator Attorney At Law after the last Technician publication of this Notice. County Manager $8,166.67 Finance Specialist $3,916.67 Administrative Assistant $3,583.33 Truck Driver $2,964.00 Investigator PO Box 2276 To All Interested Persons and Owners • Within the time required for answering the of Administration $6,666.67 Finance all Specialist Admnistrative Assistant $2,808.00 Truck Driver $3,042.00 Lieutenant Detentions Elizabeth, CO 80107 byDirector Inheritance (List all names of interested Petition, objections to the Petition $4,541.77 must be in Appraiser $3,333.33 Human Resources Specialist $4,500.00 Crew Lead/Road Grader $3,588.00 Truck Driver $3,042.36 Lieutenant Investigations persons and owners by inheritance): writing and filed with the Court. Appraiser $3,333.34 Assistant $2,995.13 Director of Public $7,666.67 Truck Driver $3,192.17 Patrol Deputy Legal Notice No.:Works 24094 •Administrative The hearing shall be limited to the Petition, the Assessment Technician(DOD 1/14/2017), $2,916.67 Assistancetimely Programs Drainage Crew July 26, 2018 $2,964.00 Truck Driver $3,198.00 Patrol Deputy First Publication: Maxine Rose Musgrave objections filed Manager and the parties$4,803.74 answering Assessment Technician $2,916.67 Business Administrations Manager $4,803.74 Drainage Crew Lead $3,042.36 Truck Driver $3,276.00 Patrol Deputy Last Publication: August 9, 2018 Real Wayne Musgrave, Rose Lee Cason aka the Petition in a timely manner. Assessor $4,141.67 Caseworker $2,714.00 Driveway Truck Driver $3,276.00 Patrol Lieutenant Publisher:Inspector The Elbert County News $3,276.00 Rose Musgrave Brewer, Ruth Anne Musgrave, Chief Data Analyst $6,041.66 Caseworker $3,257.00 Foreman $4,056.00 Truck Driver $3,432.00 Patrol Sergeant Raye Lyn Musgrave aka Raye Lyn Fischl (DOD Date: July 17, 2018 Deputy Assessor $4,083.25 Caseworker $3,377.23 Foreman $4,056.00 Truck Driver $3,683.75 Patrol Sergeant 11/18/2012), Melanie Rose Fischl, Travis Fischl Real Wayne Musgrave GISthe Specialist/AG Inspector $3,478.80 Caseworker $3,377.23 Foreman $4,056.00 Truck Driver/Drainage Crew $2,964.00 PT Detentions Deputy and Estate of Maxine Rose Musgrave. /s/ Signature of Person Giving Notice County Attorney $7,083.33 Caseworker $3,496.67 Foreman $4,056.00 Fleet Manager $4,000.00 PT Victim Assistant District $5,384.17 Caseworker $3,855.00 Mechanic $3,276.00 Mechanic $1,260.00 Sergeant Detentions ACommissioner, Petition has been filed1alleging that the above Legal Notice No.: 24091 Commissioner, Districtthe 2 following property: $5,384.17 Caseworker Supervisor $4,803.74 Road & Bridge Superintendent $5,336.80 Mechanic $3,276.00 Sergeant Detentions Decedent died leaving First Publication: July 26, 2018 Commissioner, District 3 $5,384.17 ChildPublication: Support Specialist $3,620.23 Road Grader Operator $1,980.00 Mechanic $3,432.00 Sergeant Investigations Last August 9, 2018 Building Division Administrator $4,583.33 Child Welfare Road Grader Operator $3,120.00 Professional Standards $4,250.75 Sergeant Traffic An interest in S1/2 Section 11, Township 6S, Publisher: TheSupervisor Elbert County News $4,957.34 Range 64 Inspector W of the 6th P.M., County $4,166.67 of Elbert, Building Director of Health Road Grader Operator $3,120.00 Administrative Staff $3,384.42 Sheriff State of Colorado and An interest in N1/2 SecChief Building Official $5,083.23 and Human Services $7,919.40 Road Grader Operator $3,120.00 Administrative Staff $3,699.42 Specialist Detentions tion 23,Treasurer/Deputy Township 6S, Range 64 W of the 6th Asst. Income Maintenance Programs Road Grader Operator $3,276.00 Administrative Staff $3,855.08 Traffic Lieutenant P.M., County of Elbert, State The Public Trustee/Elections Clerkof Colorado. $3,276.00 Specialist/Assistance Programs Road Grader Operator $3,276.00 Corporal Dententions $4,579.00 Undersheriff Petition asks that the Court determine heirs Clerk and Recorder $4,141.67 Manager $4,342.92 Road Grader Operator $3,276.00 Deputy $4,023.08 Victim Advocate and/or devisees as well as decedent’s$4,056.00 interests Deputy Clerk/Recorder Income Maintenance Programs Road Grader Operator $3,432.00 Deputy Detentions $3,515.67 Victim Coordinator inMotor the property. Vehicle Specialist $2,808.00 Specialist/Assistance Programs Road Grader Operator $3,432.00 Deputy Detentions $3,692.34 Surveyor Motor Vehicle Specialist $2,964.00 Specialist $2,714.00 Road Grader Operator $3,432.00 Deputy Detentions $4,399.93 Assistant Treasurer/ The hearing on the Petition will be held at the Motor Vehicle Specialist $3,120.00 Income Maintenance Programs Road Grader Operator $3,432.00 Deputy Investigations $4,241.92 Deputy to Public Trustee following time and location or at a later date to Motor Vehicle Specialist $3,276.00 Specialist/Assistance Programs Road Grader Operator $3,432.00 Deputy Patrol $4,023.08 Deputy Treasurer/ which hearing may be continued: $3,588.00 Motorthe Vehicle Specialist Specialist $2,967.42 Road Grader Operator $3,545.19 Deputy Patrol $4,023.08 Deputy to Public Trustee PT Recording/Elections Clerk $1,518.75 Income Maintenance Tech $3,311.00 Road Grader Operator $3,588.00 Deputy Patrol $4,418.75 Treasurer Date: September 21, 2018 Time: 8:00$1,841.67 A.M. Coroner Protective Services Administrator $5,939.70 Road Grader Operator $3,588.00 Deputy Patrol $4,462.42 Division: 1 Deputy Coroner $1,666.67 IT Director $6,250.00 Road Grader Operator $3,647.28 Deputy Traffic $271.48 Address: 751 Ute Street, Kiowa, CO 80117 Support Staff $3,157.44 OEM Director $4,333.33 Road Grader Operator $3,689.99 Deputy Traffic $4,572.67 The hearing will take approximately $3,157.44 Support Staff Administrative Assistant $3,120.00 Road Grader Operator $3,832.21 Detentions Cook $2,500.00 Legal Notice No.: 24100 15Elections minutes.Manager $3,588.00 PT Administrative Assistant $2,025.00 Road Grader Operator $4,349.99 Detentions Deputy $3,000.00 First Publication: August 9, 2018 Maintenance Technician $2,964.00 Administrative Assistant $2,815.09 Traffic Signs $2,964.00 Detentions Deputy $3,515.67 Last Publication: August 9, 2018 Note: Maintenance Technician $3,744.00 Environmentatal Health Specialist $3,627.12 Truck Driver $1,881.00 Detentions Deputy $3,604.00 Publisher: The Elbert County News • You must answer the Petition within 35 days after the last publication of this Notice. • Within the time required for answering the Petition, all objections to the Petition must be in The hearing on the Petition will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued:

Elbert County Salaries

$4,349.67 $4,045.67 $4,220.92 $5,855.50 $5,855.50 $4,023.08 $4,023.08 $4,220.92 $5,855.50 $4,772.33 $4,908.17 $1,900.92 $417.39 $4,772.33 $4,908.17 $4,908.17 $4,908.17 $5,550.00 $3,000.00 $5,855.50 $5,953.75 $3,148.23 $4,151.85 $183.33 $3,432.00 $4,368.00 $4,141.67

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