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A new legacy The newly-appointed superintendent, Daniel McMinimee, left, was greeted by a community members following the Jeffco Board of Education meeting, Tuesday, May 27. Photo by Crystal Anderson

McMinimee named Jeffco super Jeffco board makes decision with split vote By Crystal Anderson Artist Lonnie Hanzon thanking the people who helped him create his art exhibit. “It really does take a village,” he said. Photos by Clarke Reader

Local artist Lonnie Hanzon dedicated his W Rail public art exhibit, “Lakewood Legacy Trees” on Friday, May 30 at the Lamar Station. Creating the tress took more than a year and involved nearly 150 people. “I always think of public art as a gift to the community,” Hanzon said.

The clay bricks at the base of the “Lakewood Legacy Trees” feature the names of prominent families that helped build the city, as well as important historical events.

Mayor Bob Murphy speaking at the dedication of the “Lakewood Legacy Trees.”“Everytime you seen it you see something different,” Murphy said.

canderson@colorado communitymedia.com Jeffco Board of Education hired Daniel McMinimee as superintendent for the Jefferson County School District with a split vote. Despite disagreement among board members and chanting from the audience, the board May 27 approved hiring of McMinimee by a 3-2 vote, with board members Jill Fellman and Lesley Dahlkemper opposed. “I think we made an outstanding choice for the superintendent of Jeffco, and I am delighted we are able to move forward with the hiring process,” said Board President Ken Witt. The board had a lengthy discussion about McMinimee’s hiring and key points — such as salary and performance measures — in his contract. In the process, several motions, subordinate motions and amendments were voted down by a three-two vote of the majority. McMinimee is assistant superintendent of secondary education in Douglas County School District. He has been with the district for 12 years and started as the founding principal of Rock Canyon High School in 2003. “I think tonight’s meeting sent the wrong message to our community,” Dahlkemper said. “I have never seen this district more divided than it is right now. My hope is that we would be able to come together, and we would work together.” Prior to the discussion, the board received a copy of a petition, gathered by community member Michael Clark, and heard 22 of the 87 people signed up to address the board. During the allotted 45 minutes, many people urged the board to not hire McMinimee, and said the board should follow set practices, be transparent, listen to the community and reopen the search process, which cost $40,000. “I have become very concerned with what has been going on,” Clark said. “The board has done a lot of things that has violated their own board policies, including the fact they didn’t properly follow their superintendent search. I actually did vote for both Mr. Witt and Mr. (John) Newkirk and that makes my disappointment that much greater.” Out of 63 applicants, McMinimee was named the sole finalist for the position on May 10, instead of narrowing the process to three candidates at that point. In his new position, McMinimee will manage more than 85,000 students who attend the district’s 155 schools. “Moving forward we want to do everything that we can

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Regular school for an extraordinary Joe Allow me to tell you about Joe. Joe was a student I had, oh, 15 years ago, and Joe was brilliant! He was smart, a gifted musician, and one of those guys who was genuinely well-liked in every social circle of the school. Joe thrived because Joe was ambitious and hard-working. Period. That industry and ambition were fed by a very supportive family and, frankly, Joe would have thrived anywhere. In fact, there was a music program just down the road from us that was quite a bit more successful than the one I was in charge of, and I wonder if Joe ever thought to transfer there. In reality, it wouldn’t have made much difference for Joe — he would have still thrived. But, thanks in no small part to Joe’s presence, our program had a couple really spectacular seasons while he was there: what talent there was gravitated towards Joe, and they created some pretty cool opportunities for themselves. After graduation, Joe went on to one of the top music schools in the country, and is now making a living as a musician. I say this to illustrate why I am not a

big believer in school vouchers, or, for the most part, in the way we attempt to do charter schools around here. Had Joe been in just an abysmal situation, his highly interested and supportive family would have sought out a brighter opportunity for him, and the end result for Joe would have been about the same as it was. But the students left behind would have been deprived of a great experience. I know, as I write this, that I’m breaking in philosophy with some of my friends. But my experience teaches me that the end result of a voucher program, taken ad absurdum, would be an awful stratification of our education system.

Students from good homes would all end up flocking together in “good” schools, and students from less ideal situations — whatever that means — would get “left behind” in “the system.” And I know, as a parent, that it’s not my job to worry about other people’s children; and I certainly know that it’s not Joe’s responsibility to rescue his peers. But, from a public policy standpoint, we should be looking at the whole spectrum. Are there places where vouchers should be tried? Yeah. Places where the system is already so irrecoverably corrupt and harmful to students that rescuing any of them is a greater good. I’m thinking about places like Washington, D.C., New York, or Chicago — places where the bar of success is set somewhere around getting through the day without a stabbing at school. But, not here. Likewise, I am unimpressed with the charter school system. Granted, a couple of them—Peak to Peak comes to mind — have had impressive success; but just as many, if not more, are failures, and most of them show little, if any, improvement

over neighborhood schools while offering far fewer curricular choices. Were charter schools treated like petri dishes, and all their successful reforms co-opted by neighborhood schools, that would be one thing; but, as it is, I just don’t see broad, systemic value in expanding charter schools. What kind of school would have provided greater benefit to students like Joe? Well, I’m out of column-inches for this week, so that dissertation is going to have to wait for another week. Let me just leave you with this: it is my belief that there is nothing in our current debates that offers great hope for widespread change. The systemic inertia is too massive. Change will come to the system when we start to change how we think — and argue — about it. Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.

Police seek assistance in attempted murder Violence occurred over medical marijuana By Clarke Reader creader@colorado communitymedia.com Wheat Ridge Police are seeking assistance in an attempted murder case that occurred nearly a month ago. On May 9, at around 10:52 p.m., shots were fired at a victim who was attempting to sell medi-

cal marijuana, which he advertises on Craigslist, to the suspect. According to information provided by John Romero, public information officer with the police, the initial argument began at the Circle K convenience store on 38th and Kipling. A car chase between the victim and suspect ensued which went from W. 38th Ave. to Youngfield and then east on W. 44th Ave. At about Tabor St., the suspect fired several rounds at the victim’s vehicle. The vehicle was struck with bullets through the back

window and the driver’s door. The victim was uninjured and pulled into the TA truck stop while the suspect vehicle fled. Anyone with information on the case should contact crime stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867) or they can text to 274637 (CRIMES), title DMCS and enter the message. Crime Stoppers collects information on unsolved crimes or individuals wanted by the police. Callers can remain anonymous. The tip line is answered 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.

Wheat Ridge police are looking for this subject, who attempted to kill someone selling medical marijuana. Courtesy Wheat Ridge Police

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Welcome home party for the summer City throws fifth Rockin’ Block Party

IF YOU GO WHAT: Rockin’ Block Party WHERE: Lakewood Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St., Lakewood WHEN: Saturday, June 14 What’s It Worth? - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Rollin’ With the Troops - 1 - 6 p.m. Rockin’ Block Party - 5 - 11 p.m. COST: Free INFORMATION: www.Lakewood.org/RockinBlock

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creader@colorado communitymedia.com There’s nothing like a great block party to kick off the summer, and for the past five years Lakewood has turned throwing such a party into an art. This year the city’s annual Rockin’ Block Party will be held 5-11 p.m. on Saturday, June 14, at the Lakewood Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St. “This event started out as a reccomendation from the city’s Advisory Commission for an Inclusive Community (ACIC),” explained Greg Lovell, community events coordinator with the city’s Heritgae, Culture and the Arts department. “They wanted to host some kind of free event for the community and city council wanted to make it a reality.” The evening will feature activities like potato sack races, hula hoop contests and team water ballon tosses. Food trucks will also be on hand and the White Way Grill will be open for dessert. “We have Boogie Machine, who is a

ing to the Healing Warriors Program.” Rollin’ With the Troops features vintage military vehicles and unique military equipment, as well as live, tasteful pin-up girls and a living uniform display. Hammond said she found a lot of the exhibitors through various veteran communities and events and every year her family comes to her with more recommendations of people to work with. “The people who see the exhibit love it

— they’ve never seen anything like it,” she said. As the event grows with each year, Lovell said the city is constantly looking for new things to add. “The event has grown tremendously since its inception and we keep looking for new things to partner on,” he said. For more information and a schedule of events, visit www.Lakewood.org/RockinBlock.

great 70’s music cover band, playing the stage at 7:30 p.m.,” Lovell said. “Whenever it gets dark, which is usually around 9 p.m., we’ll be showing ‘Back to the Future’ under the stars.” The block party is just the cap on a day that features the Lakewood Historical Society’s What’s It Worth? event, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the third annual Rollin’ With the Troops event from 1 to 6 p.m. Rollin’ With the Troops was created by Dani Hammond and her husband, who is a disabled veteran from the Iraq war. “We wanted to try to organize a free commuity event where any donations that were made would go to a nonprofit that works directly with vets and their families,” Hammond said. “This year we’ll be donat-

Lakewood is hosting its annual summer kick off event at the Lakewood Heritage Center on June 14. The free event features games, music and a movie. Courtesy photo

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www.msudenver.edu/extendedcampus This is a shortened version of a longer column which you can read at www.JimSmithColumns.com

Inventory of Active Homes in Jeffco Is Up, But Not Meeting the Demand

By JIM SMITH, Realtor ®

A month ago I shared MLS statistics for the full metro area, but here are Jeffco’s statistics. The chart at right shows the change in average listing price and average days on market (DOM) for Jefferson County over the last five years. While the average listing price is at its highest ($300,000), the average DOM is at its lowest (7 days). Days on market does vary within the county. Based on postal address, here are the figures for the following “city” addresses: Westminster & Edgewater — 5 days Lakewood, Littleton & Wheat Ridge — 6 days Golden — 7 days Arvada — 8 days Morrison — 12 days Conifer — 24 days Evergreen — 35 days Pine — 36 days If you limit “Golden” to non-foothills listings, the average DOM drops to 5 days. Elsewhere in the Denver metro area, DOM ranges between 6 and 7 days, except for Boulder, which is 43 days. If you visit www.JimSmithColumns.com, you’ll see some other charts I created showing countywide statistics. One shows the number of new listings added each month for the past five years.

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For May 2014, that number is 1,437. Despite that number (which is more than twice the number of new listings added in January, we ended the month of May with 1,385 active listings — less than the number added that month and not much higher than the 1,212 active listings at the end Jim Smith of January or the 1,265 active listings at Broker/Owner the end of April. Golden Real Estate, Inc. At the end of May, Jeffco had only DIRECT: 303-525-1851 one month’s supply of active listings EMAIL: Jim@GoldenRealEstate.com based on the current rate of homes 17695 South Golden Road, Golden 80401 going under contract. Serving the West Metro Area COMMENT AT: www.JimSmithBlog.com

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Growing business, growing recognitions Terumo BCT pres honored by Hispanic Chamber By Clarke Reader

creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com Terumo BCT is making waves in the science community with its developments in the blood component technologies area and in the local business community, as a recent award shows. David Perez, president and chief executive officer of Terumo BCT, was named as Business Man of the Year by the Hispanic Chamber

of Commerce of Metro Denver. Perez was honored during the May 9 annual Business Awards Lunchoen for his success in the Denver area over the last year and his leadership in the business world. “In particular, the award recognized innovative ways Perez has furthered Terumo BCT’s business,” Laura Fusco, corporate communications person with Terumo BCT, said. “He demonstrated the company’s core values of caring about our customers, each other, and the patients we ultimately serve.” According to informa-

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tion provided by Fusco, Perez was nominated by a member of the Denver Metro business community, and award recipients were selected by a nomination committee made up of past winners as well as board members of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Denver. “Companies and individuals were evaluated based on their business success, involvement with organizations, committees and board of directors that promote Hispanic business development, as well as Hispanic business outreach and involvement with the Hispanic Chamber,” the information said. Fusco said the company is extremely proud of the achievements Perez has made, and that pride is reflected in the recognition from the chamber. “Terumo BCT is proud that our longtime president

Terumo BCT president and CEO David Perez, center, receiving the businessman of the year award from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Denver. Courtesy photo and CEO has accepted such a distinguished award from an organization we respect and that is an important advocate for businesses and leaders in the Denver metro area,” she said. For Perez, all the work is just to find better ways of

Lakewood Heritage Center offers free admission for the summer By Clarke Reader

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During the hot summer months people are always looking for a way to escape the heat, and the Lakewood Heritage Center is offering military service members a free way to learn about the city in somewhere cool as a 2014 Blue Star Museum. The center, 801 S. Yarrow St., is working with the Blue Star program to provide free museum entry to active duty military personnel and their families. “We’re offering free tours to service

members through our museums and buildings,” said Jeff Murray, Heritage Center administrator. “A great group of organizations put this together every year.” According to Allison Scheck, marketing and community relations manager with the city, the Blue Star program is a collaborative effort involving the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense and more than 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to museums from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The aim is to provide service members and their families with a variety of cultural experiences to share together. The free admission program is available to any bearer of a Geneva Convention common access card

(CAC), a DD Form 1173 ID card, or a DD Form 1173-I ID card and up to five family members. This includes active duty Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard personnel as well as members of the National Guard and Reserve, U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and NOAA Commissioned Corps. Visitors to the center will be able to visit the museum’s two galleries, the 20th Century Emporium and look through nearly a dozen buildings that once were the locations of local businesses, schools and residences. “This is a great way for us to give back to service members and do something in the community,” Murray said. For more information call 303987-7850 or visit www.Lakewood.org/ HeritageCenter.

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Republicans introduce Barnes By Amy Woodward

background for those two big issues.” Spending eight years on the Jeffco board of education, Barnes discovered a passion for policy and gained an understanding of the legislative process, she explained. “I think local control is really important,” she said. “Community engagement and understanding what the community wants and reflecting their voice is really important.” She will run against incumbent Democratic Rep. Barnes Max Tyler who has been the state representative for House District 23 for the last three years. “I’ve seen him interact with a lot of constituents and I think he listens and engages people pretty well at least on an individual level,” Barnes said. “I think he could just not vote straight party line all the time … that gets back to saying you have to listen to all

awoodward@colorado communitymedia.com The room erupted in whoops and cheers as Jane Barnes took the stage. She even received a standing ovation by fellow party constituents. Barnes, former member of the Jefferson County Board of Education, is the GOP pick for the state house representative for House District 23. She replaces former candidate Nate Marshall who dropped from the race following allegations of racism. She made one of her first public debuts during a “Meet the Candidates” forum at the Lakewood American Legion on Thursday, May 29. “I have a lot to offer actually,” Barnes said. “I’ve worked in health care and served on the Jeffco school board … 75 percent of the state general operating fund is health care and education so I think I have a great

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through direct interaction with community leaders and institutions. During each full-day monthly session from September through June the program focus on different aspects of the community, including state and regional government, economics, health, education, arts, justice business and nonprofit and human services. The cost of the program is $900 per participant (there will be a $50 discount offered to paid West Chamber members). Partial need based scholarships may be available. Applicants must live or work in Jefferson County. Applications and brochures are available online at http://www.westchamber. org/lead-jlc/.

Jefferson County Open Space presents the Wildflower Festival on Sunday June 8, at the Lookout Mountain Nature Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. At the festival, citizens can ask staff and volunteers about the use of native wildflowers in home gardens while learning how “the use of native plants in home gardens can help promote stewardship and conservation, as well as the important relationships of pollinators and native plants.” Activities include: the role of pollinators, identifying invasive weeds, a wildflower hike, native plants for sale, drawing lessons and crafts and games for children. Dinosaur Discovery Day Dinosaur Ridge will be holding Dinosaur Discovery Day on Saturday, June 14 at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Dinosaur Ridge at 16831 W. Alameda Parkway, in Morrison. The event is free. Activities such as gold panning, fossil sifting and metal detecting will be part of the fun at the Visitor Center. As always, biking and hiking on the trail is free with tour guides explaining geology and fossils along Dinosaur Ridge. For more information, contact Tom Moklestad at tom_moklestad@dinoridge.org or call 303-697-3466.

constituents that you represent and try to forge some sort of compromise across constituent groups and that’s hard.” Colorado’s Republican candidates for the 2014 election presented their platforms and spoke on what they say is voter unrest with the Democratic party at the forum. Candidates such as Don Yetterberg, R-Arvada for the 7th Congressional District made an appearance, as well as Jeffco Board of County Commissioner Don Rosier who is seeking re-election, County Commissioner Faye Griffin who will be running for Clerk and Recorder and former U.S. Representative Tom Tancredo, now a 2014 candidate for governor. “I don’t believe that Colorado is as blue a state as depicted,” Tancredo said.

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Wildfire reports sound a call to action With the recent rain and hail that pounded much of the Front Range, bringing flooding to some areas, wildfires may not seem like an imminent threat. But trends tell us otherwise. It’s not a matter of if, but when. Earlier this spring, the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control released some chilling information in a special report to the governor and General Assembly. The report focused on strategies to enhance the state’s aerial firefighting capabilities. In making its case for that, the report stated that since the 1990s, “the number, intensity, and complexity of wildfires in Colorado have been growing exponentially, and experts predict that it will continue to worsen.” The length of the wildfire season is

our view growing, too, the report said. “In general, Colorado sees short periods of increased fire occurrence throughout the year with just a few of the fires reaching a significant size or complexity. However, the drought conditions and fire activity experienced throughout 2012 — one of the worst wildfire seasons in state history — may be representative of a new normal. Experts warn that drought and the other causal factors could result in repeats of 2012 with widespread fire activity and extended, year-long wildfire seasons.” In recent months, several reports have

blamed wildfire trends like this across the West on global warming, perhaps further evidence of a “new normal.” Given the bigger picture, it’s difficult for us to find solace in the mid-May prediction by state experts of a “normal” 2014 wildfire season. Even a pre-2012 “normal” means an average year in Colorado would see thousands of fires, with 30 of them being large, destructive blazes. But if 2012 — when 260,000 acres in the state were scorched, more than 600 structures destroyed and six people killed — is a sign of things to come, that’s truly alarming. To their credit, state legislators and Gov. John Hickenlooper took action this past session. On May 12, Hickenlooper signed into law a bill creating the state’s first aerial firefighting fleet. The legislation,

which comes with a $21 million price tag, creates a fleet of four planes — two leased and two owned by the state — and four leased helicopters and designates money for a center to study high-tech firefighting tactics. The primary goal, as outlined in the division of fire prevention’s report, is to keep fires small. If the fleet can help cut down on an average year’s $42 million in fire-suppression-expenses, while saving lives, acres and property, it will be money well spent. One thing is for certain when it comes to wildfires in Colorado: Inaction is not an option. With the ominous reports that have surfaced, lawmakers here and in other Western states would be wise to read and react for years to come.

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What are you most looking forward to this summer? With warmer weather and longer days officially here, we asked a group of people at the Golden Skate Park what they were most looking forward to this season.

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Take some steps for uncommon results This is not a “hot off the press” news flash, but rather a simple yet powerful reminder: “Common sense is not always common practice.” You have certainly heard this before, and I have absolutely heard it myself and even repeated it in classroom training, keynote speeches, and from time to time have shared it in this column over the past few years. What I wanted to do in this column is take this principle to the next level. Recently I shared how important fundamentals are to success in both our personal and professional lives. However, now let’s talk about not just common sense, but those lesser-known best practices that actually deliver uncommon results. For a few of us, we are exactly where we want to be in life. We are settled, content, happy and may have no desire or need to look for anything that elevates or disrupts our splendid contentedness. Now for the rest of us who truly desire “uncommon results,” we need to continue to follow the blocking and tackling fundamentals that have gotten us this far, but now we need to look beyond the basics and proven fundamentals and search out the advanced ideas and best practices to help propel us as we continue on the upward journey of our success. So where do we go or how do we search for those best practices that can add value to our lives? Here are three ideas that have helped me over the years and that you may also find useful and help lead you to uncommon results. 1. Identify the person, group, or team that you believe excels in the area you are trying to advance in or improve. Upon connecting with them, invite them to coffee or arrange a call or meeting and just ask them what they have found to be the differentiators or best practices that have helped them to achieve uncommon results. You will be amazed to find out just how open and willing they will be to share

their success story with you. 2. Get out of your comfort zone and try something new. Even as you are enjoying the benefits of your success or achievements, push yourself to try something new that will stretch you and push you to the next level. 3. Look for biographies, articles, stories, and case studies of people, companies, or groups that achieved greatness or exceeded expectations by doing something out of the norm or beyond common practices to realize uncommon results. Again, if you are content and happy with where you are with the achievements of your goals and dreams, that is awesome. But if you have ever dreamed of going higher, further, or faster and truly desire more in the way of achieving uncommon results, apply all or at least one or two of the above best practices and see if you too can be one of those people whose achievements shout out “uncommon results.” Whether you are in the land of contentment or on the road to uncommon and better results, I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com. And as we appreciate where we are or pursue uncommon results, it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Highlands Ranch, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation and the CEO/founder of www.candogo.com.

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Fund would boost infrastructure Last month, I had the honor of attending the grand opening of Denver’s Union Station. The new transit hub pays homage not only to the miners and pioneers who — more than 150 years ago — envisioned our city’s bright future, but also to our parents and grandparents who had the foresight and generosity to build the highways, waterways and energy infrastructure that helped make the American economy the largest in the world. Unfortunately, we have not had the dignity to maintain the assets that they built for us, much less build the infrastructure our children will need to compete in a 21st-century economy. At a time when other nations are constructing cutting-edge road, rail, Internet and education capacity, our public infrastructure investment has dwindled to half of what it was 50 years ago. The Highway Trust Fund, the funding vehicle that pays for most of the bridge, highway and road construction in this country, is expected to run out of money this summer. Last year, the U.S. received

a D-plus letter grade on the Infrastructure Report Card from the American Society of Civil Engineers. To make matters worse, the bill that authorizes transportation projects called MAP-21, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century, is set to expire Sept. 30. It’s clear that we are falling woefully behind. We can and must do better. Rather than arguing over which party got us into this dire situation or pointing fingers at who’s to blame, some of us in Congress have been working on solutions. Here’s one that will help. Earlier this year, Republican Sen. Roy Blunt and I introduced the Partnership

to Build America Act. It establishes a $50 billion infrastructure fund to support hundreds of billions in loan guarantees and financing authority for state and local governments. The fund could be used to finance the construction of roads, highways, ports, canals, schools and other infrastructure projects — urgently needed projects like the Arkansas Valley Conduit in southeast Colorado or the widening of Interstate 25 north of Denver, to pick just two examples. The act would also encourage public-private partnerships, which will help stretch the fund’s financing to cover more high-priority projects. Even by the most conservative estimates, these projects would create thousands of jobs across the nation. The fund itself would not be created by taxpayers, but by U.S. companies. The act encourages businesses to contribute to the fund by creating an incentive to bring a limited amount of their earnings back to the country from overseas. This bill is not a cure-all. It is not a per-

manent fix to the insolvency of the Highway Trust Fund, nor will it take the place of MAP-21, both important legislative vehicles that Congress needs to address in the next four months. Whether it’s an interchange reconstruction in El Paso County to improve traffic flow, or a road-widening project in Alamosa County to improve visitor access to the Great Sand Dunes, this bill will provide a valuable tool in the toolbox so that local mayors, county commissioners and city councilors don’t have to wait on a dysfunctional Washington to get moving on much-needed infrastructure projects. As Denver’s Union Station shows, we’re a nation and a state that builds big things, and builds them to last. Each generation has labored to leave more behind for their kids. Ours should be no exception. This commonsense, bipartisan legislation will help us take a step in that direction. Democrat Michael Bennet has represented Colorado in the U.S. Senate since 2009.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Support Shrader As a peace officer for more than 41 years, and your sheriff for the last 11 years, I’ve often thought that elections for the position of sheriff should be more like a standard hiring process—the best qualified applicant should get the job. Never has that been more critical than the pending election for the next Jefferson County sheriff. In my opinion, Jeff Shrader is the only qualified candidate in the race for Sheriff. Jeff’s commitment to the community is something he takes very seriously. His career in public safety spans 30 years with the Sheriff’s Office. During this time, Jeff has risen through the ranks to his current position as Division Chief. He has overseen operational components in every division of the agency; to include Patrol, Investigations, Detentions and Support Services. He has been entrusted with administering and preparing the agency’s annual 90 million dollar budget. Without question, Jeff Shrader has the integrity, experience and leadership skills to effectively manage the largest full-service sheriff’s office in Colorado. None of us want an inexperienced airline pilot on our next flight, a surgeon who has never performed a surgery, or choose to employ an inexperienced chief of police. The other opponents fail to measure, compared to Jeff’s breadth of experience in public safety. He’s ready to serve as Jefferson County Sheriff from his first day on the job. I have the greatest confidence in Jeff Shrader’s ability to lead this agency into the future. Ted Mink, Jefferson County Sheriff

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This letter is written in support for Jefferson County Sheriff’s Division Chief Jeff Shrader for the position of Sheriff for Jefferson County, Colorado in the 2014 election. I have known Jeff professionally for over 12 years, having been involved with both line officers and supervisors in the Jeffco Sheriff’s Department since the early 1970s as a fellow officer and in my role as a consultant providing promotional test-

ing for the Department. I believe I am uniquely qualified to recommend a candidate for this critical law enforcement position. I began my career as a patrol officer for the City of Arvada in 1969, rose through the ranks and served as the Chief of Police for Arvada from 1982 through 1986. I concluded this part of my career as the Chief of Police in Aurora Colorado. Following the 23 years in municipal law enforcement I spent over 20 years as a faculty member at three universities teaching and directing police executive leadership programs. During this time I was also involved in consulting work with government agencies throughout the United States. My career has provided the opportunity to observe, mentor and evaluate leaders in policing and I believe Jeff Shrader has the experience, intellect, passion and strategic vision to lead the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office; which I might add has grown to one of the largest and most professional law enforcement organizations in Colorado. Jeff has played a significant role in providing timely and effective leadership within the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, especially during the past 11 years under the guidance of Sheriff Ted Mink Jeff has an impressive background within the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, serving in positions in patrol, investigations, detentions and support services during his career. He has experience in the financial/budgeting process of the department and has played a significant role in the development and implementation of many of the department’s innovations such as the Strategic Management and Accurate Response Tactics (SMART JeffCo) program which was designed to improve the agency’s responses and to enhance accountability for services provided. Division Chief Shrader has also played an on-going role as a team-lead assessor for the Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, which is further evidence of Jeff’s vision and commitment to providing excellence in the services provided by Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Jeff is also a graduate of the FBI’s National Academy and has a bachelor’s degree in the Management of Human Resources from Colorado Chris-

tian University and has completed coursework toward an MBA at Regis University. Based upon my personal experience and knowledge I can, without reservation, recommend Jeff Shrader as the best candidate for sheriff for Jefferson County Colorado in the 2014 general election. Dr. Gerald L. Williams Chief of Police Arvada, Colorado (Retired) Chief of Police Aurora, Colorado (Retired)

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Taking a look at mental health Welcome to “Ask A Therapist,” a new monthly column that’s unique, timely and for you. Here you can submit mental-health-related questions, and therapists will answer them. This column comes at a time when our community is taking a closer look at mental healthcare and mental-health issues. One in four adults (and one in 10 children) will experience a mentalhealth issue each year, yet fewer than 50 percent will seek treatment, in part because of stigma, according to Community Reach Center, a non-profit mental healthcare provider with five outpatient offices in Adams County. Additionally, several studies have shown that two-thirds of all visits to physicians’ offices are related to some sort of mental-health problem; other studies show that depression can be triggered by other illnesses, such as diabetes and chronic heart disease. Myths and stigma need to be busted so those experiencing symptoms of mental illness – whether it’s mild depression or chronic schizophrenia – feel comfortable seeking treatment and support. Colorado has the sixth-highest suicide rate in the nation. More Coloradoans die by suicide than in car accidents or from breast cancer, according to The Colorado Trust. So, yes, providing a platform such as Ask A Therapist is important. In this space, you can bring your questions to the well-trained and highly knowledgeable therapists and psychiatrists at Community Reach Center; they’ll answer your questions in this monthly space. Please send your questions to AskATherapist@Community-

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lakewood city council on the record The planning commission joined city council for the June 2 study session, where the two bodies received updates on the comprehensive and sustainability plan updates, as well as some information about the technical advisory panels (TAPs).

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A variety of staff members from the planning department updated the planning commission and city council on the progress on updating the comprehensive plan and creating the city’s first sustainability plan. “The comprehensive plan is a visionary document that reflects where we want the city to go in the next decade,” said Travis Parker, director of the planning department. “The sustainability plan will be more detailed and will have specific and measurable outcomes for how we’re doing.” The development of both plans are in the second phases, following months of public meetings in 2013. The aim is to finish the drafts by early 2015 and then there will be more open houses before presenting to council. Mallory Bettag, an associate planner with the city, presented the different elements of the comprehensive plan, which include the vision statement, guiding principle, goal and finally action step. The vision statement is the driving principle of the plan, and each of the following steps narrow things down into something that can be acted on. Holly Boehm, a city planner, spoke about the importance of neighborhoods and residential growth in the Lakewood Lives section. Her presentation also included historical preservation and police and fire rescue services. “We want to focus on the community as a whole and make sure we stay a safe, healthy neighborhood,” she said. Rob Smetana, Lakewood’s principal planner, presented on Lakewood Moves, which looks at transportation. He highlighted the importance of multi-modal transportation as well as the possible future transportation options. Jonathan Wachtel, sustainability manager, spoke about the progress on the sustainability plan, stating the importance of having goals that can be measured to see how the city is doing. “There will be different kinds of actions

based on what we come up with from education and outreach to physical infrastructure improvements,” he said. So far the areas that have been covered in discussions include energy and built environments, which looks at making buildings more efficient, among other things, and sustainable economies. “In this area we want to create a selfreliant economy with things like locally grown foods and also want to look at green businesses,” Wachtel said. Planning commission and council thanked everyone for their work on two huge projects and also recognized how positive it is to see new faces in the participating groups Suggestions from the bodies ranged from including neighborhood plans into the comprehensive plan to including transportation options when looking at housing costs. “This is a discussion that’s still going, but this is where we are now,” said planning commission member Carrie Mesch.

Technical advisory panels Roger Wandel, comprehensive planning manager with the city, presented about the Technical Advisory Panels (TAPs) and their recommendations for plan implementation around the Oak St. and Sheridan light rail stations. “These panels are made up of experts in various fields who address questions about plan implementations for us,” Wandel said. “It gives the city a chance to receive unedited comments and recommendations from these experts.” In regards to the Oak St. Station, the main recommendation was to “allow the core area to mature,” which will help bring in retail and office prospects to the area. For the Sheridan Station, with the 20 Minute Neighborhood and West Line Corridor Collaboration already in effect, experts recommended creating “champion” and lead entities to spearhead development in the area. “These are just ideas from the experts, but it’s important we look at these recommendations before we move forward toward implementation,” Wandel said. The next council meeting is a study regular meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, June 23, at Civic Center South, 480 S. Allison Parkway. — Compiled by Clarke Reader

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differently to let him know you support him; ask how you can help him. He needs to know you enjoy him for the man he has become, and when you “do life” with him, it shows that you are interested in the man he is — not the child he used to be. – Aaron Cordova, MA, LPC, a licensed professional counselor and manager in the school-based therapy program at Community Reach Center. This column is for educational purposes only, and opinions are not those of this publication or Colorado Community Media. Answers are not specific to any individual and are not a substitute for regular or urgent medical consultation and treatment. Individuals with medical or personal problems need to seek the advice of their own physician or an appropriate health-care professional. Do not stop any medication or change the dose of your medication without first consulting with your physician. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, dial 911 or call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273TALK (8255).

New vehicle registrations up Staff Report Colorado new car and truck sales increased 9.1 percent in April 2014 v. 2013 and, for the first four months of this year, increased 5.8 percent compared to a year earlier. Those results were included in the April 2014 Colorado Auto Outlook Report released last week by the Colorado Automobile Dealers Association (CADA). New vehicle registrations for Jeep, Lexus, Acura, Ram, Mazda and Subaru each increased more than 20 percent year-todate, January through April. Jeep led the way with a 29.3 percent increase; followed by Lexus at 26.8 percent; Acura t 21.9 percent; Ram at 21.5 percent; Mazda at 21.3 percent and Subaru at 20.1 percent. Tim Jackson, president of CADA, said the numbers showed a positive trend continuing.

“This trend is supported by a number of factors including a strong pent-up demand, strong manufacturer incentives to buy, easier and more affordable car financing, improved fuel economies and low gas prices. Plus, a key factor and good news for everybody is that our Colorado economy continues to improve along with consumer confidence,” Jackson said. Jackson said mid-size SUVs and midsize crossover SUVs led in market share gains for the period. Meanwhile, the used vehicle market in Colorado was up 5.2 percent in April 2014 (vehicles seven years old or newer) and improved 4.5 percent year-to-date. For a complete copy of the April 2014 Colorado Auto Outlook Report, email The InterPro Group at pr@interprogroup. com, or call 303-503-6677

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LAKEWOOD NEWS IN A HURRY Tyler’s bill signed by governor Rep. Max Tyler’s bill creating an income tax credit for early investors in startups in an advanced industry was signed by Gov. John Hickenlooper. HB14-1012 creates an Advanced Industry Investment Income tax credit for individuals who invest in a Coloradobased business in advanced manufacturing, bioscience, electronics, aerospace, energy and natural resources, infrastructure engineering or information technology startups. The business must have less than $5 million in annual revenue. The tax credit can be claimed on 25 percent of an investment of at least $10,000 or 30 percent if the investment is in a business located in a rural or economically distressed area and is capped at $50,000.

Wal-Mart thieves arrested Lakewood Police have identified Angelo Erin Arellano, 29, and Jamie Lee Carrillo, 28, as the man and woman who led officers on a short pursuit on May 27 following a shoplifting incident. At about 11:10 a.m. Lakewood police were responding to the Wal-Mart at Colfax Ave. and Wadsworth Blvd. to investigate the report of a man and woman who had attempted to leave the store with numerous items of merchandise. Police were informed that the man had brandished some type of handgun when confronted by a security officer from Wal-Mart. As they were arriving on scene, Lakewood police saw the suspects leaving in a gray SUV. When police attempted to stop the vehicle it left the area and continued northbound on Wadsworth, then eastbound on 20th Ave. The vehicle entered Denver where officers from that city joined the pursuit. Eventually the vehicle stopped in the area of 12th Ave. and Perry St. The male driver exited the vehicle and ran. Carrillo and a small child remained in the vehicle. Carrillo was taken into custody and the child was placed in foster care. Police continued to search the area for the male for over an hour, using a K9 unit to assist. Shortly before 1 p.m. Arellano was located and placed in custody. Arellano was transported to a local hospital for treatment after being bitten by the K9 unit. Both parties were later booked into the Jefferson County Jail to face charges that include aggravated robbery, theft, felony menacing, child abuse and several traffic violations.

City hosts older adult fitness event Lakewood’s Recreation Division invites the public to enjoy a free day of fitness, wellness and information sharing from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. during the Older Adult Fitness and Wellness Fair Friday, June 27, at the Link Recreation Center, 1295 S. Reed St. The event will feature fitness demonstrations including Tai Chi, Zumba Gold, Laughter Yoga, Silver Sneakers and pickleball. Health screenings will be provided including hearing evaluations, balance testing and blood pressure. Personal trainers will be available to discuss your wellness goals. In addition, more than 40 vendors will be on-site to share information including lawyers, adaptive equipment companies, home health organizations, transportation services, handyman businesses and independent and assisted living organizations. The event is free, and no registration is necessary. Free bus transportation will be provided during the event’s operating hours from Emeritus at Green Mountain, 12791 W. Alameda Parkway, and Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St. For more information, please contact Polly Zimmerman at polzim@lakewood.org or 303-987-4807.

The B-17 Flying Fortress will be at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport Saturday and Sunday offering flights and ground tours. The ground tours will begin after the flights, generally after 3 p.m. The plane was used in the 1990 film “Memphis Belle.” Photo by Tammy Kranz

WWII bomber visits Denver Rides, ground tours of B-17 Flying Fortress available By Tammy Kranz

tkranz@coloradocommunitymedia.com Most World War II veterans are in their 90s and the number of them living is dwindling. According to the U.S. Veterans Administration, 555 veterans die each day. “With each death goes another story of courage and valor,” said Scott Maher, director of operations for the Liberty Foundation. “This airplane we hope properly represents those stories.” The Liberty Foundations’ B-17 Flying Fortress will be in Denver this weekend at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport as part of its 2014 Salute to Veterans tour.

“We visit 50 cities a year,” Maher said. “We travel the country to honor our veterans, preserve our aviation history and teach current and future generations the high price of our freedom. This is hands-on history. This isn’t something you find between dusty pages of a book.” There were a total of 12,732 of these bombers produced between 1935 and 1945, 4,735 of those planes were lost in combat. The B-17 in Denver this weekend was made at the end of World War II and never saw combat, Maher said. Today only nine of B-17s are still flying, and only four offers flights to the public, he said. Flights are available on the B-17 this weekend for $450 per person. All proceeds go toward the plane’s operational costs. “It costs $5,000 an hour to fly the plane,” Maher said. “We can burn through $15,000 worth of fuel in just one weekend.”

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He added that the annual insurance cost is $100,000. The flights last about 30 minutes and passengers only have to be in their seats for the takeoff and landing. “While they’re flying, they can visit the cockpit, the class nose and all crew positions to really get a feel for what this historic aircraft was like during the war,” Maher said. Those crew positions include the Bomb bay, radio room and the waist gunner stations. Maher said people who cannot afford the flights are still welcomed to come out to the airport, watch the plane fly and take a free ground tour after the flights are finished. The B-17 Flying Fortress will be at the Rocky Mountain Metro Airport, 11705 Airport Way in Broomfield, Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8. For more information or to reserve a flight, call 918-340-0243 or visit www. libertyfoundation.org.

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preferred) for school year 20122013 with East Central BOCES. Students PreK-12th, competitive salary, excellent benefits. Access to company vehicle or mileage reimbursement. Possible tuition reimbursement if currently in or eligible for a master’s program in speech language pathology. Questions contact Tracy at (719) 775-2342, ext. 101 or email tracyg@ecboces.org. ECBOCES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Nearly 300 middle schools students participated during the 24th annual Junior Solar Sprint and Lithium Ion Battery car competitions on Saturday, May 17, at Dakota Ridge High School in Littleton. The competitions gave students the opportunity show their engineering skills by building and racing high-performance model solar and battery vehicles. Seventy-four teams from 21 Colorado schools raced their cars on a 20-meter course. Jeffco schools who participated included Bell Middle School, Ken Caryl Middle School, and Lincoln Academy Middle School. Courtesy photo

The Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Visitors Service Representative Susan Drobniak, announced the Refuge’s summer program schedule and it provides an endless list of interesting and unique topics and adventures for young children, families and adults. A staple event at the Refuge is the two hour Wildlife Viewing Tour in a comfortable touring van. The handicap friendly tours are scheduled periodically throughout the summer starting June 6, through the end of August. What to identify local bird species? The Summer Hike ‘n’ Bird walks will help even the novice recognize backyard bird species. June 7 and Friday, July 22 are dates for this event. For those who enjoy hiking and are curious of what prairie plants may be edible, June 7 Meg Van Ness will offer up a whole new world of dining outdoors. Birding is a growing passion for those who marvel at the sight, sound and colors of local and migrating birds. June 14 and July 20 field tours will focus on identification of birds so you can enjoy observing feathered friends in your own backyards. Bike enthusiasts will be joining together June 28 and July 12 for a full tour of the Refuge’s grasslands, wetlands and woodlands. The quiet hours will bring you within sight of a variety of wildlife and birds that occupy the Refuge. Over time since the relocation of bison almost ten years ago, these masterly originals of the prairie have become the Refuge visitor’s favorite wildlife to see. On July 19 the Refuge staff will provide

a history and behavior attributes of the bison which will include a field tour for observation of behavior and for photos. In addition to these and other events, fishing opportunities draw serious and novice anglers on Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. RMANWR hours for reminder of the year will be sunrise to sunset. For residents in the Arvada and Jefferson County area the Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge at 9200 80th Avenue also offer visitor programs. June 7 is National Trail’s Day at Two Ponds with food, tours, and educational activities. Every day is nature walk day at Two Ponds NWR. Self-guided nature brochures are provided to enhance the walking experience plus there are interpretive locations and a main kiosk at the trail head. For additional information and a full listing of Refuge programs at both Refuges call 303-289-0930. The new Visitors Center at 6500 Gateway Road in Commerce City offers additional walking and interactive activities about the Refuge’s history and the wildlife and birds that make the two Refuges their home. Outdoors writer Ron Hellbusch can be reached at Ron-Hellbusch@comcast.net.

celebrations Arvada Sarah Piersky, of Arvada, was named to the fall 2013 honor roll at the University of Kansas, in the School of Nursing. She is the daughter of Karen and Ron Piersky, of Arvada. Stephanie Mariko Fukui, of Arvada, was named to the fall 2013 president’s list at Miami University. Jennifer Sachiko Fukui, of Arvada, graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in business during fall commencement at Miami University. Fukui also was named to the fall 2013 dean’s list at Miami University. Sedona Buttner, of Arvada, is one of more than 120 Cornell College students taking part in the college’s annual Alternative Spring Break. This is the 10th year the college has sponsored a service trip that takes place during its 10-day Spring Break. Buttner is taking part in the trip to Colorado.

Kelsey O’Connor, of Arvada, was named to the fall 2013 dean’s list at Buena Vista University. Air Force Airman Kenneth J. Oliver graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Oliver is the brother of Daniel Oliver, of Arvada, and is a 2013 graduate of Arvada West High School. Golden Blaire Alyse Mikesell, of Golden, was named to the fall 2013 president’s list at Miami University. Alicia Farrington, of Golden, was named to the fall 2013 dean’s list at Maryville University in St. Louis. Farrington is studying for a master of occupational therapy. Lakewood Isaac Harden, of Lakewood, is one of more than 120 Cornell College students taking part in the college’s annual Alternative Spring Break. This is the 10th year the

college has sponsored a service trip that takes place during its 10-day Spring Break. Harden is taking part in the trip to New Jersey. Kenna Davis, of Lakewood, was named to the fall 2013 honor roll at the University of Kansas, in the School of Architecture. She is the daughter of Sandra and Gregg Davis, of Lakewood. Air Force Airman Jordan N. Decker graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Decker is the daughter of Terri and Tim Shunk, of Littleton, and a 2011 graduate of Green Mountain High School, Lakewood.

Local graduates from Sterling College On May 17, Daren Paul Valencia Casey of Lakewood, was one of 146 students to graduate from Sterling College located in Sterling, Kansas. Casey received a Bach-

elor of Arts in Psychology. Sterling College is a Christ-centered, four-year college. Lakewood/Wheat Ridge Army Reserve Pvt. Chance R. Anderson has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. Anderson is the son of Marilyn and Kris Anderson, of Lakewood. He is a 2011 graduate of Wheat Ridge High School. Wheat Ridge Carolyn Campbell, of Wheat Ridge, was one of 19 students to represent Fort Hays State University at the Midwest Model United Nations Conference in St. Louis. Brendon Foster, of Wheat Ridge, was named to the fall 2013 honor roll at the University of Kansas in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He is the son of Tonya Foster, of Wheat Ridge.

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weight-loss season gets glitzy kickoff 3-day event features speakers, art and history exhibit, movie By Tammy Kranz

tkranz@colorado communitymedia.com Rocky Flats stopped producing nuclear weapons in 1989 after the FBI and Environmental Protection Agency raided the facility. It has been 25 years, yet there is still ongoing community dialogue about the land and facility rocky flats — the then and now health impact WHAT: Speakers, movie, on its exhibits, performance emarts ployWHERE: Arvada Center ees, the 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. conWHEN: June 6-8 taminaCOST: Free tion of INFO: https://arvadaradiocenter.org/on-stage/ active rocky-flats-then-andwaste now-2014 leaks, the housing developments on the southern and eastern borders, to just name a few topics. To mark the 25th anniversary of the raid, the Arvada Center for Arts and Humanities is hosting a comprehensive three-day multi-faceted event June 6-8. Rocky Flats Then and Now:

A 1978 demonstration protesting the work done at Rocky Flats.

25 years After the Raid will feature panel discussions focusing on the raid; an art and history exhibit (including photographs and artifacts from the plant); a viewing of “Dark Circle,” an Emmy Award winning documentary — all activities will be free. “We have a chance to look at this story from a variety of perspectives and shed some light on it,” said Philip C. Sneed, executive director of the Arvada Center. “We’ll hear from different people with different points of view of Rocky Flats then and now.” Among the people scheduled to speak are Len Ackland, who authored “Making a Real Killing: Rocky Flats and the Nuclear West”; former Colorado Gov. Roy Romer and former U.S. Rep. David Skaggs, both who were in office during the raid; former FBI agent Jon Lipsky; author Kristen Iverson, who wrote “Full Body Burden: Growing up in the Nuclear Shadow of Rocky Flats”; poet Anne Waldman; and former plant workers, neighbors, activists and scientists and other experts on the topic. “Rocky Flats is an important part of Arvada’s history,

and yet it’s a story with regional, national, and even international impact,” Sneed said. He stressed that the event is neutral and not meant to reassure either side of the debate about Rocky Flats. The goals of the event are to educate the public and promote respectful dialogue. “We’re hoping we’re giving enough information on both points of views that attendees can make up their own mind,” Sneed said. The event will also feature several artists from different mediums, Sneed said, “So,

we’ll get a sense of how the artistic community responded to Rocky Flats.” Sneed said it the Center is hosting the event for free to gauge the community interest in these types of activities. “This is the new thing for us, to try and live up to the second part of our name (humanities),” he said. He added that arts and humanities are important ways to tell a story. “When you put both the arts and humanities disciplines together you get a far greater, and deeper, and broader understanding of the things that affect us, Sneed said. For more information on the event and a complete schedule, visit http://arvadacenter.org/on-stage/rockyflats-then-and-now-2014.

The fourth season of ABC’s reality series “Extreme Weight Loss” debuted May 27 with a red-carpet reception at The United Artists Denver Pavilions Theatre downtown. Charita, the Colorado Springs contestant, was guided on her yearlong weightloss journey by Anschutz Health and Wellness Center’s Dr. Holly Wyatt along with other participants who spent the first three months of their quest at the center in Aurora. Wyatt, alongside fitness specialist Chris Powell, was the guiding force behind steering participants toward their yearlong goal of safely losing up to half their body weight. ABC will air 13 twohour episodes of the hit show locally, 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays on Channel 7. Charita, who is featured with Oklahoma resident Ty in the first episode, and Wyatt attended the red-carpet premiere along with more than 200 community and Anschutz medical campus leaders and CEO/executive producer JD Roth. During the run of the show, Wyatt is writing a blog at www.thedenverchannel. com/entertainment/extreme-weight-lossmedical-director-holly-wyatt-blogsabout-charita-ty-weight-loss-journey.

Denver eateries on best list

An aerial view of Rocky Flats before buildings were torn down as part of the cleanup. Photos courtesy the Arvada Center

Thrillist (www.thrillist.com), a national website that has an opinion on all things food and drink-related in the U.S., has bestowed “bests” to three Denver eateries. Included in The 21 Best Southern Restaurants Outside of the South is Tom’s Home Cookin’, 800 E. 26th Ave., a Denver favorite for Southern fare. Thrillist recommends the fried catfish paired with green beans and fried okra. “The name here says it all — this is home cooking, and even if you’ve never met Tom, you’ll be begging to be adopted so you can inhale this instead of whatever you’re hacking at your house.” Sweet Action Ice Cream, 52 Broadway, was included in Thrillist’s 21 Best Ice Cream Shops in America. Here’s the scoop: “What you’re ordering: Pocky and Red Bean if you’re feeling interesting, Milk Chocolate if you’re feeling boring. Our man in Denver tried every single one of the flavors at Sweet Action, and, although he didn’t care much for vegan Maple Walnut or Vanilla Rose, he can vouch for nearly every other flavor as being worth at least several samples. But as sexy as Salted Malt Butterscotch and Cinnamon Roll sound, the champion of the taste was a simple milk chocolate described as `a scoop of goodness ...’” If you prefer drinking your calories instead of eating them, check out Williams & Graham, 3160 Tejon St., the Denver speakeasy that made Thrillist’s The 33 Best Cocktail Bars in America. “A cocktail-themed bookstore is the front for this barely-lit speakeasy coowned by a guy named the 2014 Bartender of the Year by the Nightclub and

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Bar Awards. Before you order from their finely curated cocktail menu of classic ‘tails (helpfully organized by spirit) and a wealth of specialty cocktails, you first will have to be led through a bookcase that doubles as a secret entrance. Once inside, don’t forget to pair your drink (go for the Sexual Chocolate with rye, vermouth, Cynar, maraschino liqueur, and chocolate mole bitters) with a steak burger that uses beef from a top-notch butcher shop down the street.”

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The inaugural JAM OUT Blast is a professionally designed teen event providing a fun, safe dance party for high school students. A DJ will kick off the party with the latest dance hits. The event will be 6 to 10 p.m. on June 7 at Parker Fieldhouse, 18700 E. Plaza Drive. Tickets are $20 per person.

For more information, visit www.jamoutblast.com, email jamout@usrab.com or call 303536-1352.

The seen

Hogan Lovells lawyer and Democratic insider Cole Finegan and Congressman Ed Perlmutter (along with other muckety-mucks) leaving the reception May 27 at a Cranmer Park home for Vice President Joe Biden.

Overheard

Eavesdropping on a trash-talking preschooler during a recent tornado warning: “I’m going to hit that tomato right in the eye!” Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.blacktie-colorado.com/ pennyparker. She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc.com or at 303619-5209.

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Local flavor Taste of the West returns to Heritage Center By Clarke Reader

creader@colorado communitymedia.com The West Chamber’s annual Taste of the West event has finally found a home at the Lakewood Heritage Center and is looking forward to growing by leaps and bounds in the coming years. The 2014 Taste of the West, which is sponsored by The West Chamber, Tedford Katz and Lakewood Heritage Center, is from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 12, at the Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St., and will feature the delectable offerings of nearly 25 vendors. Vendors at this year’s event include 240 Union, Caution Brewing, Copper Creek at Denver Marriott West, Enstrom Candies and Grappa Italian Bistro, as well as the Village Roaster and Wystone’s World Teas & Café. “This is an event our board and committee gets really excited about every year,” said Dan Rodriguez, president and CEO of the chamber. “The event has been going on for years and there’s no reason it can’t keep growing.” According to information provided by Pam Bales, with Bales Communications, entry gives guests access to all the tasting available from wine, beer and culinary vendors.

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“We’re expecting around 700 attendees this year,” Rodriguez said. “We’re expecting the event to really grow since we now have a constant location the Heritage Center is the play we want to be.” In recent years family outreach has been a large part of the Taste of the West and this year’s event will continue that with music from Radio Disney, who will kick off the evening from 5 to 6:30 p.m. From WHAT: Taste of the West 6:30 p.m. to WHERE: Lakewood Heritage Center, the close of the 801 S. Yarrow St., Lakewood WHEN: Thursday, June 12 event, PJ Zahn 5 to 8 p.m. will take over COST: $20 per person, $30 at the door and and play rock children 12 and under are free. music for atINFORMATION: call 303-233-5555, ext. 0, tendees. or www.westchamber.org Rodriguez said that the event is the lead fundraiser for the Youth Leadership Jefferson County program through The West Chamber Foundation and the hope is that around $4,000 to $5,000 will be raised at this year’s event. “There is so much potential in the Taste of the West,” he said. “We’re already looking at making it even bigger next year.” Tickets are priced at $20 per person or $30 at the door and children 12 and under are free. For more information call 303-233-5555, ext. 0, or visit www. westchamber.org.

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YOUR WEEK & MORE

THURSDAY TO SATURDAY/JUNE 5-7

SATURDAY/JUNE 7

TEA AND TREASURES Assistance League Auxiliary of Denver presents Tea and Treasures TableScapes 2014, a fundraiser for the benefit of children and seniors. This year’s event includes an amateur table setting competition, a delectable tea, boutique shopping, garden and herb plants for sale and tours of The Bosworth House. Event is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, June 5-7, at The Bosworth House, 1400 Josephine St., Denver. Call 303-322-5205 for tickets and information. Go to www.denver.assistanceleague.org. FRIDAY/JUNE 6 TAX FUNDAMENTALS The Colorado Department of Revenue

offers workshops on sales tax law fundamentals. Registration is required. Go to www.TaxSeminars.state.co.us. Click on live workshops, then main class schedule. Register under the student tab, then sign up for classes. The next class is 9 a.m. to noon Friday, June 6, in Lakewood. Continuing professional education credits and training materials available.

FRIDAY TO SUNDAY/JUNE 6-8 ROCKY FLATS The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities presents “Rocky Flats Then and Now: 25 Years After the Raid” June 6-8. Programming details can be found at www. arvadacenter.org. SATURDAY/JUNE 7 COMMUNITY MOVIE Living Light of Peace, 5927 Miller St.,

Arvada, will host a showing of “Grand Torino,” at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 7. The movie is about a Korean War veteran, played by Clint Eastwood, who must deal with his neighbors of ethnic Hmong descent, the Lor family. The sons are enmeshed in gang violence. Event is free, and snacks are included; donations are accepted but not required.

MONDAY/JUNE 6 TO SUNDAY/JUNE 29 THE GRADUATE The Edge Theater presents “The Graduate” from Monday, June 6, to Sunday, June 29, at 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. For tickets, contact 303-232-0363 or online at www.theedgetheater.com. For mature audiences only; no one under 17 admitted. SATURDAY/JUNE 7 COMMUNITY MOVIE LIVING Light of Peace, 5927 Miller St., Arvada, will host a showing of “Grand Torino,” at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 7. The movie is about a Korean War veteran, played by Clint Eastwood, who must deal with his neighbors of ethnic Hmong descent, the Lor family. The sons are enmeshed in gang violence. Event is free, and snacks are included; donations are accepted but not required.

GARDEN TOUR The Conflict Center’s 14th annual Enchanted Gardens Tour of Northwest Denver is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 7, followed by an after party at the 23rd Avenue Sculpture Studio. The self-guided tour features more than 20 private and public gardens grouped in four neighborhood clusters. All proceeds benefit The Conflict Center, which promotes and teaches non-violent conflict management. Online advance sales also are available at http://conflictcenter.org/events/garden-tour/. The tour begins at The Conflict Center, 4140 Tejon St. Go to www.conflictcenter.org or call 303-433-4983. SATURDAY/JUNE 7 BLOOD DRIVE Walmart blood drive, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 7, inside the bloodmobile at 440 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. Contact Bonfils Appointment Center at 303363-2300 or visit bonfils.org. SATURDAY/JUNE 7 TRAILS DAY Celebrate Arvada’s 13th Arvada Trails Day 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 7, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., and at Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge, east of Kipling Street on West 80th Avenue. Free hot dogs and ice cream will be provided at both locations. Call 720-8987405. SATURDAY/JUNE 7

learn about habitat needs and make butterfly resting stones to take home with wildflower seeds. Contact Gretchen at gretchen@pollinationplanet.org or 805-722-5800 to register. Go to http://www.pollinationplanet.org.

SATURDAY/JUNE 7, JULY 5 PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB Forney Museum of Transportation presents Photography Club Saturdays. Build your portfolio with uninterrupted tripod photography time among antique cars. Sessions are offered the first Saturday of the month. Come for two hours before we open to the public. Registration required. Sessions limited to 25 participants. For a copy of the museum’s photo policy, including rules and regulations, email events@ forneymuseum.org or call 303-297-1113. 2014 dates are May 3, June 7, July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 1, Dec. 6. The museum is at 4303 Brighton Blvd., Denver. MONDAY TO WEDNESDAY/JUNE 9-11 VOLLEYBALL CAMP Youth volleyball camps are offered from Monday, June 9, to Wednesday, June 11, at Ralston Valley High School, 13355 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Contact coach Deb Erickson at 303-548-8089 or dponis@gmail.com. Camps include a Little Spikers camp for boys and girls ages 5-10. Camp is 9:3011:30 a.m. Monday, June 9, to Wednesday, June 11. A juniors camp for boys and girls in grades 6-8 is from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Monday, June 9, to Wednesday, June 11. Go to http://www. ralstonvalleyvolleyball.com/summer-camps for details. TUESDAY/JUNE 10

STREETCAR PROGRAM Transport yourself back in time with “Denver’s Streetcar Suburbs” at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 7, at the Forney Museum of Transportation, 4303 Brighton Blvd., Denver. Go to www.forneymuseum.org or visit the museum on Facebook.

LUNCHEON DENVER West Women’s Connection will have its “Livin’ the Good Life” luncheon 12:30-2 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at Concordia Lutheran Church, 13371 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood. RSVP to 303-985-2458.

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MOBILE EXPERIENCE The Air National Guard presents its

LIFETREE CAFÉ Forty percent of American children will sleep tonight in a home where their fathers don’t live. The impact of that reality will be explored at Lifetree Café at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at 5675 Field St., Arvada. A filmed interview

mobile experience from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 7, at the motocross race track in Lakewood. The event is free, and will feature three challenges that simulate real-life roles and skill sets of Air National Guard members.

SATURDAY/JUNE 7 PANCAKE BREAKFAST Simpson United Methodist Church hosts an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast 6-11 a.m. Saturday, June 7, at the church, 6001 Wolff St., Arvada. Cost is $5. SATURDAY/JUNE 7 BUTTERFLY CLASS Pollination Planet hosts a free butterfly class for kids, 2-3 p.m. Saturday, June 7, at Louisville Wellness Center, 921 Main St., Louisville. Kids will learn how butterflies are important pollinators and how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly with the story, “Where Butterflies Grow.” We will also

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with Donald Miller (best-selling author of “Blue Like Jazz” and “Father Fiction”) will be screened during the Lifetree program. In the interview, Miller describes growing up without a father and his attempts to reconnect with his father later in life. Admission is free. Snacks and beverages are available.

TUESDAY/JUNE 10 GERMANY JOIN Active Minds 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, June 10, as we explore the role of Germany in the world as well as how the process of German reunification has evolved, especially given Merkel’s roots in the government of the former Communist East Germany. Program is free and takes place at First Presbyterian Church of Lakewood, 8210 W 10th Ave, Lakewood, RSVP not required. TUESDAY/JUNE 10 TO JULY 3; JULY 8-31 GARDENING CAMP Junior Master Gardener certificate program offers hands-on learning about plants, water, soil, conservation and more. Session A for third- to fifth-graders is June 10 to July 3; session B is for grades 6-8, and returning students, and is July 8-31. Classes are 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8412 N. Alkire St., Arvada. Contact Emily Grilli at Emily.Grilli@co.nacdnet.net or 720-544-2873 to register. Go to www.jeffersonconservationdistrict.org/urban-agriculture/ jmg-program/. THURSDAY/JUNE 12 MONEY CLASS Women and Money, a beginner’s class, is offered 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 12, at the FirstBank Building in Belmar, 550 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. Women have different priorities and learning styles than men. This class covers the financial planning process from start to finish, including financial goals, budgets, IRA’s, Social Security benefits, investments, taxes, inflation and more. Class is led by investment advisor Jo-Ann Holst. Visit www.fuelfinancial.com. Space is limited. RSVP at 720-287-5880. Class is free. Your Week continues on Page 16

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Growing friendship in the garden “Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening” by Carol Wall c.2014, Amy Einhorn Books $25.95 / $28.95 Canada 295 pages Every day, all spring and summer long, you try to go to bed. First is the flower bed, with waves of yellows, pinks, and reds. Then there’s a garden bed filled with the promise of lunch. Sheets of plants make the beds you love. Carol Wall hadn’t known the appeal of such a bed; in fact, she hated plants until she met someone who taught her not to. In “Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening,” she spills the dirt on a friendship that changed everything. No doubt about it: the Wall’s yard needed TLC. Dick Wall hated mowing, so the grass was wild and overgrown. Trees needed pruning, holly scraped the windowpanes, and azalea bushes – which Carol Wall hated – stood in defiance on one side of

the house. That’s how it was on that March afternoon when Wall noticed her neighbor’s new gardener. She knew that the man worked with Sarah at the local garden shop, and he made Sarah’s yard flourish. If he could do magic there, Wall imagined that he might at least be able to dig up those detested azaleas. She asked if he could work for her and, within days, Wall met Giles Owita. He was slender and gentlemanly, with a brilliant smile and calming demeanor that

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contrasted with Wall’s tendency to worry. He had a deep understanding of horticulture – she was later embarrassed to learn how deep — and despite her overwrought ideas for what he called her “compound,” he knew what she wanted more than she did. And thus, a fifty-something West Virginia white woman became friends with a middle-aged emigrant who hailed from Kenya. As the seasons passed and Owita delighted Wall with garden surprises and lessons, their friendship grew like the plants they tended. Owita supported Wall through breast cancer and the death of both her parents. Wall came to the rescue of Owita and his family during his health crisis. Theirs was an easy friendship, but Wall sensed reluctance from the Owitas to relax. They were quiet and reserved. They never burdened anyone with their problems and were embarrassed when they had

to accept help. Wall could never understand why – until she learned the truth… There’s one important thing I know about “Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening”: bring a box of tissues. Maybe two. I don’t think I’m ruining anything by telling you that; this is, after all, a book about two people who couldn’t possibly be more different, but who became extremely important to one another. There’s bound to be emotion in that kind of story, but author Carol Wall infuses joy in it, too, as well as a sense of mystery and delightful humor. I loved that and, though you won’t normally find a memoir described as a page-turner, that’s exactly what I thought this memoir was. This is a book for gardeners and nongardeners alike, for book groups, and for anyone who cherishes an unexpected friendship. If that’s you, then “Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening” is a book you won’t be able to leaf.

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Thursday/June 12; Friday/June 20; Wednesday/ June 25; saTurday/June 28 summer concerTs Colorado Chautauqua in Boulder presents its 2014 summer concert season. All shows begin at 8 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at tickets.chautauqua.com, or at the Chautauqua box office. Go to www.chautauqua.com for details. The lineup: Thursday, June 12: Steve Earle & The Dukes, with special guests The Mastersons; Friday, June 20, Andrew Bird & The Hands of Glory, with Tift Merritt; Wednesday, June 25, Mavis Staples and Marc Cohn; Saturday, June 28, Angelique Kidjo; Saturday, July 5, Bela Fleck and Brooklyn Rider; Saturday, July 12, Peter Kater and R. Carlos Nakai; Saturday, July 19, Loudon Wainwright III and Iris Dement; Monday, July 28, Rufus Wainwright; Saturday, Aug. 9, Paula Poundstone; Sunday, Aug. 10, Tim O’Brien and Darrell Scott; Tuesday, Aug. 12, B.B. King; Wednesday, Aug. 13, John Hiatt & The Combo and The Taj Mahal Trio; Thursday, Aug. 28, Ziggy Marley; and Saturday, Sept. 13, Steven Wright.

interested in participating in the overall finish festivities for Ride the Rockies bike event Friday, June 13. The event will draw 2,000 cyclists as well as support staff, fans and family of the riders. Vendors should be prepared to serve food between 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. If you are interested in more information regarding vending at the event, contact Julie Brooks at 303-384-8013 or jbrooks@cityofgolden.net. A complete list of desired food offerings is available.

Friday To sunday/June 13-15 music FesTival The Golden Music Festival will feature nine bands, including Colorado-based Finnders & Yongberg, June 13-15 at Clear Creek History Park, 11th and Arapahoe streets, Golden. Grass seating is available. Tickets available starting Thursday, May 1 at the Golden History Center, 923 10th St., Golden. Go to GoldenMusicFestival.org or call 303-278-3557. saTurday/June 14 healThy home PranaTonic, 807 14th St., Golden, presents healthy home care classes, including product samples, 4-5 p.m. the second Saturday of the month. Topics include natural

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Verona Community Garage Sale Fri. June 6 Sat June 7 8am to 4pm North of C-470 between Lucent Blvd and Santa Fe on County Line Road. Follow the signs. Some items for sale are gas grills, walnut desk, area rugs, bike rack, floor lamps, garden tools, clothing & small kitchen appliances. Westminsteer Annual Community Sidewalk Sale Autumn Chase Community located at the corner of W. 107th Pl. and Federal in Westminster. Friday, June 6th & Sat June 7th from 8 am to 2 pm

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Big Estate Sale in Applewood area Drexel mid modern dining room set, Drexel mid modern walnut bedroom set, and other antiques, many picture frames and other misc. items. Thursday, Friday, Saturday June 5th, 6th & 7th 9am-4pm 1700 Willow Way

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Estate/Yard Sale 6113 Dunraven Street North of North Table Mountain Saturday & Sunday June 7th & 8th & 14th & 15th 8-4pm Recliner, Rocker, JVC 5 Disc Player & Receiver, Speakers, Cedar Chest, 2 end tables, 32" Sony Trinatron TV, TV Cabinet, washer/dryer Like new

Littleton Huge estate sale going on this Friday and Saturday, June 6th-7th. 5750 South Julian Street, Littleton 80123 Vintage items, antiques, and a TON of unique and collectible items (70's era), clothing, furniture, and a piano. This is an ESTATE sale with YARD sale prices! Items will go fast! Saturday 8am-3pm Sunday 9am - 4pm Thornton 1621 Phoenix Court Thornton 80229 Friday, Saturday & Sunday June 6, 7 & 8 8am-4pm 1960's stereo unit, Thomas Hill Dining Room Table w/hutch exc. cond., Hover Round D, Wrought Iron king size bedroom set w/nightstands, Electric Lift Chair, Dressers, kitchen table 6 chairs w/matching buffet, dresser matching chest w/ night stands, desk, refrigerator, washer/dryer, microwave, lots of household items & much much more.

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Household Goods Leather sofa 8' & recliner taupe, exc. cond $150 Portable bar size Dishwasher new $100 pictures avail. 720-851-7191

Medical Medical Equipment 4 SALE Alum wheelchair ramp 3 63"x50" platforms, 16' of ramp, 34" high railings $3K cl 303-425-0435

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Sleep Support Lying awake at night is not a normal state of health. It’s a sign of imbalance, and sleep deprivation can cause further imbalance. Learn what you can do to restore your sleep patterns at Natural Sleep Support 4-5 p.m. Saturday, June 14 at PranaTonic, 807 14th St., Golden. To register, or for information, contact 303-2745733 or www.PranaTonic.com. Saturday/June 14 Bell ringerS The Wesley Bell Ringers will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at Green Mountain United Methodist Church, 12755 W. Cedar Drive in Lakewood. Admission to the concert is free, but a free will offering will be collected. Go to www. wesleybells.org. Saturday/June 14, July 12, aug. 9 Street feStival Olde Town Arvada presents its Second Saturday Street Festivals from 4:30-10 p.m. Saturdays, June 14, July 12, Aug. 9, at Grandview Avenue east of Olde Wadsworth. The festival is free. Go to www.oldetownarvada.org.

Coming Soon Sunday/June 15, July 20, aug. 17, Sept. 21 HorSe SHowS Colorado Stock Horse Association Open All Breed Shows at Indiana Equestrian Center, 7500 Indiana St., Arvada, meets the third Sunday of each month from June to September (June 15, July 20, Aug. 17, Sept. 21). Large outdoor arena with second arena for warm up. Registration at 7:30 a.m. Classes at 8:30 a.m. Information and entry forms at 720-935-2026 (call or text), or 303-424-4977 (call or text). Go go www.ColoradoStockHorse.com or email ColoradoStockHorse@yahoo.com. monday/June 16 Blood drive Arvada community blood drive, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 16, inside the Parish Hall of King of Glory Lutheran Church, 10001 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Contact Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit bonfils.org. tueSday/June 17

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wedneSday/June 18 audition notiCe Colorado ACTS will have auditions for “The Diary of Anne Frank” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 18. Roles are available for 2 teenage girls, 1 teenage boy, 3 adult women, 4 adult men and some extras. No previous preparation is necessary. Bring acting/theater resume. Rehearsals will be 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays starting Aug. 6. Production will be Oct. 2-4 and 10-11. Contact Colorado Actors Company and Theater School, 11455 W. 1-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge, at 303-456-6772 or coloradoacts@yahoo.com. wildfireS For those who live in areas subject to fire, few things can be more frightening. Join Active Minds 2:30-3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, as we as we address the issue of wildfires from a variety of perspectives. We will take a look at how fires are fought once they are burning and the role of forest policy, weather, and newer challenges such as huge swaths of dead trees in many areas due to the pine beetle infestation. We’ll also look at the role of fire in nature and how areas have recovered from devastating burns. Program takes place at Atria Inn at Lakewood, 555 S. Pierce St., Lakewood. RSVP at 303-742-4800.

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tHurSday/June 19 Blood drive City of Lakewood blood drive, 8-10:10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, in the ER training room, 480 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Contact Dee Ann Pfifer at 303-987-7660 or visit bonfils.org. Saturday/June 21 wild weSt Colorado Railroad Museum presents Wild West Day, “Robberies, Rascals & Rides,” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21. Families can ride behind the steam locomotive on vintage passenger coaches and experience what it was like to travel 100 year ago. Purchase tickets at www.ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org. Call 303-279-4591.

reCurring eventS reCurring/tHrougH June 11 Signing Smart Learn how to integrate ASL signs and Signing Smart strategies into daily live at Signing Smart play classes for children ages 5 months to 2 years. Classes are filled with songs and activities to engage parents and children. Classes are 45 minutes, 10:45-11:30 a.m. Wednesdays through June 11 at Full Moon Books, 9106 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood. Register at 303-317-5795 or www.oursweetbeginnings.com. Contact rina@SigningChild.com for information. reCurring/tHrougH June 22 flood HiStory The Lyons Historical Society is looking for written stories, photographs, videos, texts, emails, artifacts and more that relates to the 2013 flood in Lyons for the Lyons Redstone Museum Flood Collection. Go to lyonsfloodhistory. org and fill out a submission form. The society hosts flood gathering events 2-4 p.m. Sundays from May 18 to June 22 at the Walt Self Center, 335 Railroad Ave., Lyons. reCurring tHrougH July 14 tHeater CampS Colorado ACTS presents several summer production classes. Students will perform two or three times. To learn more, or to register, call 303-4566772, email coloradoacts@yahoo.com or go to www.coloradoacts.org. reCurring/tHrougH July 29 upComing exHiBit Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum presents “Quilting; Past, Present and Future,” by the Front Range Contemporary Quilt Guild, from Thursday, May 1, to Tuesday, July 29, at 1213 Washington Ave., Golden. An opening reception is 5-8:30 p.m. Friday, May 2. Call 303-277-0377.

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OngOing Activities, OngOing /Business grOups MOndAys Open Mic Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents open mic night – celebrate your teen self 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@gmail.com. repuBlicAns Men meeting The Jefferson County

Republican Men’s Club meets 7-9 a.m. Mondays at the Howard Johnson Denver West, 12100 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Call Fred Holden at 303-421-7619 for more information. All are welcome, not just Republican men from Jefferson County.

tuesdAys FederAl eMplOyees The Lakewood Chapter of Retired

and Active Federal Employees meets each second Tuesday at the Episcopal Church, 10th and Garrison. Call Ann Ornelas at 303-517-8558 with questions.

rOcky MOuntAin Team Survivor, a health, education and

fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org.

WednesdAys AMericAn legiOn Auxiliary presents Burger Nite, 5-7:30

p.m. every Wednesday at Post 178, 1655 Simms St., Lakewood. Members, their guests and active military invited for varied food and reasonable prices. Visit www.alpost178.org.

ArvAdA Biz Connection http://www.meetup.com/Arvada-

Business-Connection/ is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 fee is collected from each attendee, which is then donated to a local charity at the end of each quarter. The 4th Quarter Charity is the Dan Peak Foundation who assists families in need. For information, call Micki Carwin at 303-997-9098.

entrepreneurs cluB The Lakewood Chapter Lutheran Entrepreneurs meets 8-9 a.m. on third Wednesdays at the Bethlehem Chapel Coffee House, located in the medical office

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building just south of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2100 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. The chapter coordinator is Denise Rolfsmeier. For more information, call 720-379-5889 or email cpa@rolfsmeier.com.

Music teAchers Association Suburban Northwest meets

9:30 a.m. to noon the first Wednesday of the month at Community in Christ Church, 12229 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Meetings are open to the public and include refreshments, business meeting and program featuring music teaching professionals from around the state lecturing on the latest teaching developments.

WOMen netWOrking Women’s Business Group Wednesday morning networking group in Arvada has openings for women who can commit to a weekly morning meeting. Limited to one business per category. Call for available openings, 303-438-6783, or go online to info@OurConnection.org. prOFessiOnAl WOMen NW Metro Business and Professional Women meets the first Wednesday of each month from September to May. Our mission is to achieve equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information. Call Marcia at 303-827-3283 to RSVP. thursdAys Business spirituAlity Business Honoring Spirituality

meets 7-9 a.m. every Thursday at the Community Center of Mile Hi Church, 9079 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood. Meetings include networking, a brief meditation by a licensed practitioner, guest speaker and breakfast. For additional information, visit www.bhsmilehi.org or call Patty Whitelock at 303-274-0933.

cOMMunity cOFFee Join Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp on the fourth Thursday of each month to talk about issues that are important to you. Community Coffee will be 7-8 a.m. at La Dolce Vita, Ice Cream Room, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster. investOrs’ Meetings The Rocky Mountain Inventors Association meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month (excluding November and December) at Vesta Technology, 13050 W. 43rd Drive, Suite 300, Golden. Presentations in marketing, manufacturing, engineering, finance, business and legal, followed by networking. Go online to www.rminventor. org for details. rOcky MOuntAin Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Av-

enue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org.

FridAys cAlMup JOurney Prefer to help yourself rather than do the coaching or psychotherapy thing? Let me share with you free information about the CalmUp Journey, a one-page self-examination worksheet for men and women. Join me for coffee or tea from 8-9 a.m. most Fridays at Whole Foods Market Belmar, 444 S. Wadsworth Blvd. in Lakewood. Let me know you’re planning to be there so we’re sure to connect. Contact www.DrLorieGose.com or 303-500-2340. gOlden gAte Community Grange, 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, has meetings at 7 p.m. the second Friday of the month. Activities include yoga, dances, eggmania, special wildlife programs, holiday craft fair. Grange hall available for rental for weddings, parties, reunions, etc. Call Rich Phillips at 303-277-1933 or go to www.goldengategrange.com. New members welcome. sAturdAys cOlOrAdO citizens for Peace meets from 10:30-11:30

a.m. every Saturday at the intersections of West 52nd and Wadsworth Boulevard to try to bring an end to the wars. Signs will be furnished for those who do not have them. Contact Cindy Lowry at 303-431-1228 or waylonthecat.lowry@yahoo. com.

MeditAtiOn clAsses Various styles of meditation will be explored from 9:30-10:30 a.m. each Saturday at PranaTonic, 807 14th St., Golden. We’ll begin with a short introduction to meditation and what to expect followed by a meditation period of 30-40 minutes and time at the end for group discussion. Call 303-274-5733. Visit www.PranaTonic.com. rOcky MOuntAin Shipwrights is a wood ship model-

ing club that meets at 9:30 a.m. the third Saturday of each month at Rockler’s Woodworking and Hardware Store, 2553 S. Colorado Blvd. in Denver. The club also has a workshop at the Arvada City Hall, 8101 Ralston Road. We meet here at 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the first Saturday of each month. Go to www. rockymountainshipwrights.org for information.

sundAys Free WAltz/pOlkA lessons Polka Lover Klubs, Denver Kickers, 16776 W. 50th Ave. in Golden, meets from 3-7 p.m. Sundays. Live music. Beautiful dance floor. Admission $4 members, $6 nonmembers. Annual membership $15. Contact Leo at 720-232-0953 or leoincolorado@gmail.com.

OngOing /educAtiOn

discussiOn grOups Covenant Village hosts Wednesdays

at 2 p.m. This series of monthly events features expert speakers on a wide variety of educational and entertaining topics. Please plan to attend one, several or all of our programs, held at 9153 Yarrow St. in Westminster. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Call 303-403-2205 for driving directions and to reserve your place. Come early for refreshments; fellowship lectures begin at 2 p.m. To learn more about the residency options and lifestyle at Covenant Village of Colorado, call us at 303-424-4828.

esl clAsses — Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6100 W. 44th St. in Wheat Ridge, is sponsoring a free series of English as a Second Language classes for adults 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday nights. These classes will emphasize a conversational method of instruction. Beginner through advanced classes are offered. You may register on any Thursday night. For directions or more information, call the church at 410-442-5800 or go to our website at www.cpcwheatridge.org.

OngOing /Fine Arts And entertAinMent cOncOrdiA lutherAn Church Choir meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The choir assists in Concordia’s traditional worship service three out of four Sundays per month. The church is at 13371 W. Alameda Parkway in Lakewood (the church nestled close to Green Mountain). If you have a desire to sing and are interested in joining, please contact Joan at joan@ concordialcms.org or 303-989-5260. dAnce cluB — Blue Nova Dance Club meets 2:30-4:30 p.m. on the first and third Sundays every month at the Wheat Ridge Grange, 3850 High Court in Wheat Ridge. For more information or dance lessons, contact Dave at 303-578-6588 or email BlueNova.RoundDanceClub@gmail.com. Music perFOrMAnces Patrice LeBlanc performs on keyboard and vocals 6-9 p.m. every Friday and Saturday at Purple Ginger Asian Fusion Restaurant, 2610 Youngfield St. Call 303-237-1133 for more information. singers needed The Troubadours Choir is looking for a director and new members. This is a volunteer choir, comprised mostly of seniors. The Troubadours meet at 9 a.m. every Friday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 45th and Wadsworth. For more information, call Gary at 303-477-1380. syMphOny AuditiOns The Lakewood Symphony is holding auditions for concertmaster (includes an honorarium), principal viola (includes an honorarium) and all section strings. Also, we are auditioning for subs in other sections. Rehearsals are 7:30-10 p.m. Tuesdays, September through May, at Green Mountain United Methodist Church; concerts are at the Lakewood Cultural Center. Call 303-980-0400 for requirements, appointment and further information.

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Did Josh McDaniels help build the Manning-led Broncos? This isn’t going to be easy to do. I am going to try and make a hero out of the ultimate Denver Broncos’ villain. In 2009, the Broncos fired iconic head coach Mike Shanahan and hired 33-year-old Josh McDaniels. McDaniels went on to win the first six games of his coaching career, but then went 5-17 after his fast start and was fired before the completion of the 2010 season. However, during his short tenure McDaniels was more than just a coach. McDaniels, like Shanahan, was given general manager power as well as head coaching duties and was able to orchestrate the 2009 and 2010 NFL Drafts for the Broncos. What McDaniels did — and didn’t do — with those two drafts would eventually lead to John Elway’s eventual hire, as well as Peyton Manning’s historic swan song that he is currently leading. Let me explain. Denver had five picks in the first two rounds of the 2009 draft. The Broncos had two first round picks selected Knowshon Moreno No. 12 overall and then Robert Ayers No. 18 overall. McDaniels then drafted Alphonso

Smith, Darcel McBath and Robert Quinn all in the second round. Five seasons later none of those five Broncos remain with the club and those misses in the draft played a giant role in the Broncos having little success and going 4-12 in 2010. But the 2010 draft would go on to be one of the most historic in the team’s rich history for a lot of different reasons. Denver again had two first round picks in 2010 and would draft Demaryius Thomas No. 22 overall with their first pick. The Broncos and McDaniels then shocked the sports world by trading back into the first round and drafting Tim Tebow with the No. 25 overall pick. Also in the 2010 draft Denver selected

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that’s in the best interest of kids and continue to work towards those goals that set student achievement,” Dahlkemper said. According to the draft contract, McMinimee will earn a base salary of $280,000, with the addition of bonuses and some covered expenses over the next five years. The salary is about 27 percent more than his predecessor, Cindy Stevenson, who made $204,000 annually.

Zane Beadles in the second round followed by both J.D. Walton and Eric Decker in the third round. Again, the Broncos were a complete disaster in 2010, leading to McDaniels firing before the season’s end. Elway and then John Fox were then hired by the team. 2011 brought in new hope but with Kyle Orton still the team’s starting quarterback the team started 1-4, and possibly due more to fan reaction than actually earning the job, Tebow was inserted into the lineup and NFL history was made. Tebow led the Broncos to six straight wins, an AFC title and an incredible playoff win over the Steelers, all with a team that had no business even making the playoffs. Credit Tebow, credit Elway or Fox, credit Mile High Magic, but I am going to credit McDaniels — not only for what played out in 2011 but moreover for what has played out since. Hidden under the Broncos’ miracle 2011 season was an ugly 2010 4-12 disaster. But somehow, someway, Tebow covered up that stink and the Broncos won the AFC West in 2011.

The board will discuss and vote on the final details of his contract during its next scheduled board meeting June 5. His start date is July 1 on the proposed contract but has been confirmed. Despite the evening’s interactions, some community members, such as Lisa Lee, a teacher at Wheat Ridge Middle School, felt excited about the unity she’s seen among the Jeffco teachers, parents and the community, since the new board was seated last November. “Other than everything else that you’ve probably heard, I’m mostly excited,” Lee said following the meeting. “I’m excited because it’s unified our community with a common cause that I’ve never seen before.”

The following offseason Peyton Manning became a free agent. Manning flirted with the San Francisco 49ers, the Tennessee Titans and the Houston Texans, but because of the Broncos surprising success in 2010, Denver became a proposition that looked more and more enticing to the future Hall-of-Famer. The combination of that 2011 success paired up with a great young offensive group that consisted of Thomas, Decker, Beadles and Walton — all 2010 McDaniels’ draftees — made the Broncos the most attractive team to Manning. Since Manning chose the Broncos the club has had two of the most prolific seasons in the franchise’s history. Whether or not Denver will go on to win a Super Bowl under Manning is still very much an unknown. But one thing that has become clearer is that McDaniels drafting of Tebow and Thomas helped lure Manning to Denver and helped lay down the groundwork for much of their current success. Is McDaniels a hero? That might be pushing it. But is he the ultimate Broncos’ villain? Not to me.

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SALOME’S STARS FOR THE WEEK OF JunE 2, 2014

ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) There’s nothing an Aries Lamb likes less than having to tackle a humdrum task. But finding a creative way to do it can make all the difference. A more exciting time awaits you this weekend. TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) Finishing up a job on time leaves you free to enjoy your weekend without any Taurean guilt pangs. A romantic attitude from an unlikely source could take you by surprise. GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) Moving in a new career direction might be seen by some as risky. But if you have both the confidence to see it through and the facts to back you up, it could prove rewarding.

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CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) Holding back on a decision might be difficult, considering how long you’ve waited for this opportunity. But until you’re able to resolve all doubts, it could be the wiser course to take. LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) You still need to move carefully where financial matters are concerned. Better for the Lion to move slowly than pounce on a “promising” prospect that doesn’t keep its promises. VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) A rejection of an idea you believe in can be upsetting. But don’t let it discourage you. Get yourself back on track and use what you’ve learned from the experience to try again. LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) The early part of the week could find you looking to balance your priorities between your family obligations and your career responsibilities. Pressures begin to ease by week’s end. SCORPIO (Oct 23 to nov 21)An associate’s problem could cause unavoidable delays in moving ahead with your joint venture. If so, use the time to look into another project you had previously set aside. SAGITTARIUS (nov 22 to Dec 21) Although a financial problem could be very close to being resolved in your favor, it’s still a good idea to avoid unnecessary spending for at least a little while longer. CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) Support for some unwelcome workplace decisions begins to show up, and continues to build, so that by week’s end, the gregarious Goat is as popular as ever. AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) Congratulations. Deciding to attend a social function you might have earlier tried to avoid could turn out to be one of the best decisions you’ve made in a long time. PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Getting into a new situation could prove to be a more difficult experience than you expected. Don’t hesitate to ask for advice in coping with some of the more irksome challenges. BORN THIS WEEK: Your strong sense of duty makes you a valued and trusted member of your community. Have you considered a career in law enforcement? © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Jeffco springs sports MVps CCM selected the best of the best Jeffco has to offer this season By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@colorado communitymedia.com Everyone measures value differently. When looking for an MVP (Most Valuable Player) does one define it by who scored the most points or goals for their team, or who made the most impact on a winning team? But what if the most talented player played on a losing team? Or what if a player’s defense was crucially important to their team winning games, something unmeasured by stats? It is not easy to select the best from a group of the best, but the spring prep season is over and now is time to reflect on some of the most spectacular seasons that played out all over Jeffco this year. Now that the season is in the record books we can now award who we think were the most valuable players on Jeffco this season. Baseball MVP — Green Mountain senior catcher Justin Akiyama Akiyama not only had a fantastic stat line that consisted of having a .396 batting average, 36 hits (team leader), 21 RBI and eight doubles, but his legendary bases-loaded full-count at bat that in the bottom of the seventh inning against Durango in the state playoffs that eventually led to a walk-off game-winning hit will be remembered forever. Baseball MVP Runner-up — Wheat Ridge senior Nick Ricigliano Ricigliano had a monster stat line that featured a .456 batting average, 26 hits, 27 RBI, 27 runs scored and six home runs. Ricigliano also went 2-0 with a 4.20 ERA for the Farmers. Girls’ Soccer MVP — Ralston Valley sophomore Alyssa Kaiser While there were plenty of upperclassmen across Jeffco who had great seasons, none had one like Kaiser. Her 2.438 points per game is an incredible stat but her teamleading 17 assists in 16 games proved that she got her teammates involved in literally every single game she played this season. Kaiser’s middle name is unselfish. Runner-up soccer MVP — Green Mountain junior Jenn Brundson who helped fuel her team’s surprising run to the 4A state semifinals. Brundson had the Lady Rams peaking at just the right time behind a stat line that included 11 goals and 14 assists. Boys’ Lacrosse MVP — Wheat Ridge senior John Roach Few have ever been as dominant at what they do then Roach has been as a Farmer.

Golden senior Payton Miller is faster than greased lightning as evident by her incredible performance at the Track & Field State Championships. Because of that need for speed we honored Miller as our CCM Jeffco Girls Track & Field MVP. Photo by Dan Williams After winning a state title in the previous season Roach returned to produce the most prolific offensive season in Colorado high school lacrosse history. Roach’s 56 goals and 41 assists this season translated to the senior producing over five points per game for his Farmers. Roach is a Jeffco all-timer. Runner-up Lacrosse MVP — Lakewood senior Adam Zimmerman Zimmerman was quietly one of the state’s best players all season and certainly 5A Jeffco’s most talented player. He tortured defenders with 43 goals and 33 assists this year. Girls’ Lacrosse MVP — Golden junior Olivia Hayden. Hayden didn’t play for the best team in the state but she might have been the state’s best player. The Lady Demons’ leader scored an unbelievable 63 goals and 36 assists in 15 games (translating to 6.6 points per game worth of production). Co-runners-up Girls’ Lacrosse — Ralston Valley sophomore’s Marin Felsoci and Olivia Sandoval They scored a collective 89 goals this season, one of the best scoring duos in the state. Boys’ Swimming MVP — Lakewood ju-

nior Aaron Sett Sett set a new Jeffco record in the 500 freestyle (4:39.77) and was Jeffco champ in that event plus the 200 freestyle. Co-runner-up Boys’ Swimming —D’Evelyn senior Jake Sbarbaro and junior Daniel Graber Both helped the Jaguars swim to a Jeffco League Championship plus a third place overall finish at the state tournament. Boys’ Track & Field MVP — Bear Creek senior Olabisi Johnson Johnson was not only Jeffco’s best in both the 110 and 100 meter hurdles but he was crowned state champion in the 110 meter hurdles with his time of 14.34. Girls’ Track & Field MVP — Golden senior Payton Miller. Miller has long been known as Golden’s fastest lady and she also finished second in the state tournament in all three of the 100-meter, 200-meter and 400-meter dashes. Girls’ Tennis MVP — Wheat Ridge No. 1 singles Erika Land Land worked her way up to No. 1 singles and she finished her senior season with an impressive 9-2 record, despite being in a team that finished under .500. Runner-up Girls’ Tennis — D’Evelyn No.

4 doubles team of senior Julia Oblack and freshman Maggie Hime The two were an unlikely but awesome pairing who dominated Jeffco this season. They also beat Valor Christian’s Emilie Benedict Jackie Pettet 7-6, 6-4 to claim third place at the state tournament. Most Valuable Spring Team — 4A state baseball champion Green Mountain baseball. The Rams (20-7, 9-5 in 4A Jeffco) made a historic run through districts and the 4A state baseball tournament capping it off with a 10-2 victory over Niwot in the state title game. Green Mountain survived rival Wheat Ridge, Durango, Longmont and Niwot to earn a state championship, needing a dramatic comeback to beat Durango in walkoff fashion. Runner-up Team — 5A state runnerup Ralston Valley girls’ soccer It was truly a Cinderella story that nearly ended with a state championship. The No. 10 seeded Mustangs (12-4, 6-2 in 5A Jeffco) went on a incredible run, beating Boulder, Cherry Creek, Rock Canyon and Pine Creek before falling to Columbine 3-1 in the state title game.

Colorado preps turning collegiate at record rate State is producing future college talent By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@colorado communitymedia.com While Colorado may not produce Division I football talent like Texas or California it certainly does produce plenty of future collegiate athletes. And at record numbers this year. According to CHSAA, a total of 905 Colorado prep athletes have signed to play their sport in college. Of those, 343 have signed with Division I programs, with baseball

producing 45 D-I players. While CHSAA only started tracking recruiting statistics since 2002, the next closest total for producing D-I baseball players was 2008 when the state produced 28 top level players. Boys’ basketball produced 12 Division I players and girls’ basketball produced 18, both the most since stats were tracked in 2002. Colorado prep football will be sending 31 players to D-I FBS schools, the most since 2008 when 33 players went D-I. Another 16 will head to D-I FCS schools. Additionally, these stats provided by CHSAA only include athletes who are arriving on campus as signed scholarship

athletes. There are many more who will walk-on and have the opportunity to make collegiate rosters.

Girls’ prep golf

D’Evelyn junior golfer Emilee Strausburg was selected as a part of the 2014 AllColorado girls golf team. Strausburg finished third overall at the state tournament finishing (+18) after shooting rounds of 82 and 80. A complete list if the All-Colorado girls golf team: CLASS 4A Jennifer Kupcho, Jefferson Academy, Jr. Andrea Ballou, Valor Christian, Sr. Emilee Strausburg, D’Evelyn, Jr. Courtney Ewing, Pueblo West, Jr.

Kylee Sullivan, Cheyenne Mountain, Jr. 4A player of the year: Jennifer Kupcho 4A coach of the year: Bill Paulson, Cheyenne Mountain CLASS 5A Michelle Romano, Rock Canyon, Sr. Hannah Wood, Arapahoe, Sr. Anna Kennedy, Legend, Jr. Sydney Merchant, Dakota Ridge, So. Jaylee Tait, Columbine, Sr. Erin Sargent, Skyline, So. Calli Ringsby, Cherry Creek, Sr. Morgan Sahm, Grandview, So. 5A player of the year: Michelle Romano 5A coach of the year: George Miller, Regis Jesuit

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The lines of Litton

Sports cartoonist Drew Litton recently showed a crowd at the Denver Press Club how to draw John Elway. Litton talked about his career as a sports cartoonist and shared examples of his work at this casual presentation that was open to the public. Litton was the popular sports cartoonist for the Rocky Mountain News for 27 years until its closing in 2009. His cartoons will appear in all of Colorado Community Media’s 22 newspapers beginning June 19. Photo by Julie Rasmussen

Colorado rockies Futures Game roster selected By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@colorado communitymedia.com DENVER - The Colorado prep baseball season isn’t over just yet. The state’s best players will have at least one more at-bat and one more chance to make a play as the rosters have been set for the Colorado Rockies annual Futures Game Sunday at Coors Field. The format for the game, as well as its selection process, have changed over the years, but basically the state’s best senior players will play against the state’s best underclassmen. That means teammates will be playing against each other, as well as rivals who will now become teammates. A few more players than in past years were selected to the team partially because several of the selected players won’t be able to participate in the game. The Futures Game will start roughly 30 minutes after the end of the Rockies-Dodgers game which starts at 2:10 p.m.

In addition, the Rockies will honor all of the Futures Game team members and their families by bringing them onto the field before the start of the Rockies-Dodgers game. A complete list of the Futures Game rosters: Senior team Austin Anderson, Columbine, SS Brock Burke, Evergreen, P Nick Chamberlain, Chatfield, IF Jeff Clarke, Fairview, 1B/3B Noah Draper, Mountain Range, P Chase Dunker, Sedgwick County, P Keenan Eaton, Chaparral, OF Grant Farrell, Cherry Creek, OF Cameron Frazier, Fairview, OF Max George, Regis Jesuit, 2B Hayden Gerlach, Valor Christian, 3B/1B Lucas Gilbreath, Legacy, P Devlin Granberg, Holy Family, OF/1B Jordan Holloway, Ralston Valley, P A.J. Jones, ThunderRidge, P Ryan Kokora, Fairview, P Nick Leonard, Mountain Vista, P Tyler Loptien, ThunderRidge, P Justin Mulvaney, Arvada West, OF/P

Jake Nelson, Eaton, P David Peterson, Regis Jesuit, P Ted Ramirez, Arapahoe, P Matt Rindall, Cherry Creek, C Ryan Robb, Cherry Creek, 2B Carl Stajdjuhar, Rocky Mountain, 1B/3B Tyler Stevens, Rocky Mountain, P/SS Justin Thaxton, Regis Jesuit, 3B Tanner Thomas, Grandview, P Dario Villagomez, Overland, P Cory Voss, Pueblo South, C Brody Westmoreland, ThunderRidge, SS Blake Weiman, Columbine, P Underclassmen team Cole Anderson, Rocky Mountain, OF Josh Brown, ThunderRidge, 2B Matt Burkhart, Eaton, P/SS Bailey Collins, Dakota Ridge, OF Ryan Connolly, Douglas County, P Quin Cotton, Regis Jesuit, OF Brent Crampton, Lamar, P Wyatt Cross, Legacy, C Bryce Dietz, Rock Canyon, P Jake Eissler, ThunderRidge, P Wyatt Featherston, Green Mountain, OF Aaron Germani, ThunderRidge, OF

Tommy Gillman, Columbine, 2B/C Chris Givin, Rock Canyon, SS Keifer Glau, Grandview, OF Blake Goldsberry, Cherry Creek, 1B/3B Garrett Hammer, Rocky Mountain, C Willie Harris, Wheat Ridge, OF Trent Hughes, Rye, P/1B Ryan Koehler, Eaton, OF/P Ryan Madden, Fairview, P/IF J.R. McDermott, Smoky Hill, P Eric Mingus, Grandview, SS Mark Mumper, Mountain Vista, 2B Luis Ortiz, Rye, 3B Kennedy Phillips, Holy Family, C Connor Reynolds, Brighton, SS Aneus Roberson, Cherry Creek, OF Tim Ryan, Fairview, OF Matt Schmidt, Regis Jesuit, IF Brent Schwarz, Regis Jesuit, P Nick Shumpert, Highlands Ranch, SS/OF Logan Soole, Monarch, OF Jordan Stephens, Legend, SS/2B Jacob Thoning, Fairview, 2B Paul Tillotson, Lewis-Palmer, P Cody Wood, Cherry Creek, P Tyson Zanski, Grand Junction, C

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Pho t n Cle mo lopm in bly, Elemethe Decemyear’s to by ve especi cratic ent Courtne urcolo ntary -co be Auror y Kuh Sch r massa a the ally on n- tal radon ater len ool the kin ews.c in Co cre at kil politi g abou — an nnect Sandy lings om d Ho icut. edged cal iss t guns mu are ha ue, But ok . startin ch mo as thes always just “Some g to re in gover been the point pop part a dic nor up to gu ackno ey in ercialof the Ca ns, wl wlothers ndian develop ndelas State res to a ment. a con iviolen north Street tinues t on Pa opose of Coand Ca ge 18 nal d Jef Creek ally Th sou ferson few e comi siden theast Parkyears ng de tia of l po is an ped the vel Ca by Ter rtion merci ndelas, other opme s Gr nt director of Hyland Hills Parks and Recreation, stands next to a gondola at Water World. Mastriona has retired after 43 years. Photo by Andy Carpenean Greg Mastriona, former executive oup. ra Causaof acres. al and includ draw, Ve over ers the open ing ldh som The new Th space reside uizen next uizen ething will e de Candel will ntial, said. vel fea a Ca , a manafor Parkwa inc op home ture me y in wes as neighb mlude com pit gwe ha al. 1,500t Arvada orhood and s, 1,000 1,500 nt, on able severa or mosingle ce co . Photo is taking nity, ve five comm held comm fam mplet of sha are by And un erciall millio re hig ily, ifferen offerthat us to tho ity,” y Carpen pe with hou ed, 1, a $2.7 million general obliga- missed by the Hyland Hills n squ he “It de vis t pri se staVeldhuiz ses in vad ’s kind space. ean are r-densit tached ey tion bond issue passed to build family. Board president Don ce Su ion.” a,” feet the low all ndard en sai Veldh of a cit and of ret y units the staina tural have the park. $300,0 Ciancio said he has the highs an d. comm bility ail an flairs mendcomplemuizen y withi d we “The 00s off lar The park began with just two est regard for his overall perford sai . pa -powe unity, can be Highw sharedy tur plan. ous am ent eac d. “T n a cit red Veldh ay 72 ne e see water slides, but grew the fol- mance and commitment to the ommu h oth hey’ll y of Ar and Can uizen n thr systemBetween ount ity truCandela sustails on thestreet Ar-int lowing year with the addition of district. He said Mastriona did a ou g in nilig delas st, he s has parks of opener. There egrate space. s, we thoug nability roofs hts an said, fro ghou to traveling with Pam, who re- the wave pool and four slides. superior job for the district and “It tho ’ll t sai meric the of ho d tile op h, is space ’s a tre ugh m sod. fea open There haveBy, Ashley Color ’s the tired eight years ago. is its nearl en spareimers firs Next came Surfer’s Cove and will remain a pillar for the Hy500,0 an, cil “The recits recreature of mes. Th s to sol ad in ce dents space ’s a sig areimers@ourcoloradonews. sustai ity ar Each o,” he sait of its The break is well-deserved Thunder Bay in 1984, followed land community and a valued nificany 200 acr and the an can firm 00 be ,” Veldhreation tion centhe co e bigges na tra d kind reatio pays bu bild. bu com t co es ils cau mm ed after years of dedication to not by River Country in 1986. cen in the resource for the district. nal enjoy the ild mm of open unity t for a fee ofilder wh ing omes It’s go se we uizen sai ter is ter. asp itmen Its e bu ’re co only the Hyland Hills District, , views area state “River Country really put WaGoing forward, Mastriona d. “It a $3 mi ilding $3,000 o buys moun proximect of the qu may ing to wh land t mm to of ali an ere at a Laundro- but the community. lot pe It alld ou started llio be rea tai ity itted ’s that ter World on the map because it said he will take with him the comm ple resiias solfied ren . If the r lot int s in Ca oth to tdo Greg exp n faLE ch LE LEED “w ns an -Mastriona to y His leadership and vision had tube rides and at that time many memories and experipoint ork, din d oth Bomat and ar pa ewable build o the ndela ron ED, or ED go silver sustai ensive uld inun1969. ity.” or recof s me tru ld. the ne certifi nabil , Veldh e an er lochader, graduated college and was have resulted in many facili- all the slides were body slides,” ences he’s made over the years, the other tec ls, geo energ build ntal Leaders ” home st beation Golde ity. d So ed, major De n for n, a the recreation job, ties including Adventure Golf he said. “We then built the first and will remember the great orhnolo therm y system s wi and s wh struc far, ab uizen sai play”looking U.S. ing me sign, hip in En ity th is an his If it ere Pam certifi Green ets ergy wife happened to & Raceway, the Greg Mastriona family ride, Raging Colorado, ganization, staff and board he other peo and tion an out 30 d. when home the bu of the gy, they al heat s, such o-cat an Th fee Bu green occu d ho get pu selwife into the stand ion me d Envisits s with ilder ch . coole e recrea ilding ling of the execu- Golf Courses at Hyland Hills, which allowed for people to worked with. But for those who pie nine ho mesrun a reb mps Ch in are director of the mes tive ate Hyland Hills the Ice Centre at the Prome- interact on the ride. That was need a little reminder of the forpanie arlie Mcd. owne the tru sustai ooses no and d by a tion cenCouncil ards set ans the unde of are na wi geo r co Ka by the t to ble ll alrand Park District. nade — a collaboration with the pretty cool.” velop s, the taina r to use st and the therm ter wi . mer director, just take a look in ead Recreation n-n build commy with Ch is ava quali roo feature ll ble to y bu my merci ment used, ftop 15 kil al heat be heate the ilable ties, Since then, the park has the top of his old desk. urc “She told ilt wife that she city of Westminster, the MAC erc Mo impro retrofi ha to to the the fee Ranc has al part sn’t sta ial devel hwas drawi re tha vem t their sure her husband would (Mature Adult Center) and of grown to 48 attractions built ures, as well offset owatt pump d and “I always had a candy drawer been h Co sol as sys of the rted ho ng res n jus ents, Ve home mo oper, me Ve and interview,” Mastrio- course, Water World. mint over 67 acres, featuring rides that anyone could grab from, yet give “O The ldhuiz many oth st of thear pane tem idents t sus ldhuiz with mesai anm for som grocery erest fro comm sites ne thi most en sai na said.d“Ide was very fortunate to He said he’s also extremely like Voyage to the Center of the and I made sure and left it full,” taina er sus electr ls on en sai susou ng e oth sto m co unity, the co signifi d. taina a 36 and the is the t to Ca ble ici er po res to m bebu int the mright place at the right proud of the many programs “W nv liv d. 0-degr vie nd can ble ty can there- where is all started.” the district sponsors for chil- Earth, Mastriona’s favorite, and he said. we’ll e’ve be tentia build enien t sus w,” he natural elas thoing is featime. That’s ee ce sto the most recent addition, the see taina ugh. McKa continu en at l clients.there, as Mastriona tow Stand view fro said. beau res started his 43- dren in the district. bility ty n it “R Mile High Flyer. e to well y Rang Denver ley La m any eside of the In the Know feawork for ma as For said. “The best part of the job is “Voyage was built in 1994, ny year Hyland Hills career as a and ke, the home nts ha on it more vis of the e. The yea ve it course assistant superin- seeing the smiles of the kids,” and we still have hour-long for ma golf www.l inf rs an DiD you know? most natural Pikes PeFlat Iro site. Th nytendent, ivefor ormati ak on ns, do ey defin beau years,”d before becoming the he said. “Knowing that the pro- waits,” Mastriona said. “It’s a wn ward. on ab ty ing Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District executive director in 1972. grams and the facilities are bechara of the the Fro ou five-minute ride, that’s fast and com t Ca was established in 1955, and was the . cteris site is nt ndelaOver the years he had an in- ing used and enjoyed by the features robotics. It’s still right on tics first park and recreation district in Colos, part in growing the dis- kids, that’s pretty neat. You can’t of it.” e tegral on top, even though it is getting rado. The district serves nearly 110,000 trict, as well as becoming the beat that.” a little competition from the residents in a 24-square mile area visionary behind Water World. But before many of these fa- Mile High Flyer.” located in southwest Adams County But as of Jan. 1, he no longer cilities and programs could beMastriona’s work in the field Printed and including areas of Westminster and

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Regional Transportation District General tion,” the munity he heard from is somet taxpayam work political cross and it got for She said the r who conges thethe s herissione members state This year the comto bill woul way ing more fire. Capi comm Manager Phil Washington declared high exand For this with y it comes on So Uliba tol. to get that in front comcom d Count their porc Sen. Evie I in using people to ing upco Douglas of their on’s policy sessiaon, be cons allow his camp put ming legis Hudak hes Devewith the Officrri will be work pectations as RTD continues several transbert, FML she isof the coaliti idered Last sessi in place.” - session of the Colorado General Assembly on Jan. 10 at the state Capitol. Guns, marijuana, civil unions aign trail. hom ners, gran A, like dom Gov.esJohn Hickenlooper gives his State the eState to a joint lative lopm of address durin as chair childhood focusing Economic portation projects targeted toward the Denon Penis ent ofand serves g estic He bill, und dchil Trad is on partHB eastbo ton’s tann parents. dren and education e to topics early Internatio 1170, on, . limit and the economy were among Hickenlooper’s speech. More coverage, Pages 10-11. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen encoof of taxpa focusing on stew 3 during ver metro’s northern region. mittee s for definof urage , tannface delays grandnal the mino to the coaliti itely. Peniswas postponed ing Alliance on Jan. I-25 ing backng According rs and expa security yer resources, ardship dustradvanced man the growth Washington highlighted several projects g to nsion County Business in- civil“This will go of financial ufact the morni again for ton is bringing from Kiplin during y in along of address the Douglas with law and community during a Jan. 4 legislative breakfast hosted by travelers es the upco dewith the it be union bill that are need Colorado. He uring inare de Frank McNulty rssion. enforceme 11 minut ming sespasse trust will House Speaker und travele evening. Louisville-based nonprofit 36 Commuting more than nt. port worked in Colorado said jobs outgoing state “This bill d this session,” definitely to He said he is and westbo es in the Lawrence and Solutions at the Omni Interlocken Resort. working rush hour, to cal econ ing families that supas 18 minut other impowould take careshe said. larssave Colorado Rep.-elect Polly expected on a bill and the omy. “The Denver-metro regionRep.will the state layed as much the corridor is Holbert, milli of those be deter rtant fami Chrisbe lot over the “I’ll be state h along mining ons of dolleft,Washington ly mem to pay by Jane Reuter 30 percen greatest city in theFrom West,” said. “I spon Growt Photo than a that sorin bers. for bette session. more ensures the requ ” izatio g legis r way e kickoff really believe that, aand I believe that it can be increase by legislativ lation indiv one ired n and faced of teleph financial iduals that inpatient hospital20 years. done through the transportation investments have ng the next with a series on has been adversity treatmen ones grabbi have Beginning coaliti during s that we’re making in this region.” t Lawmakers do to be the in July, the s to citizen aren’t going it means you really Speaker town halls ting three option continues However, he said RTD’s journey to accomaddiany addi so on Page . presen ng House headlines, plish these projects has not been an easy one. 7 leaders: tolling g lanes tive session on,” outgoi re the ones that busy l of the business new legisla g the existin ed contro to pay attenti “They’ In May 2012, the 15-member RTD board the and area tol for the new; and and keepin have regain their ma- Frank McNulty said. highest impact on By Jane reuter tional lanes all the lanes, old and decided against placing a 0.4 percent sales Democrats , and maintain adad lican to have the to pay for jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com House , and Repub tive are going tax increase on the general election ballot to s to free; tolling ty or sales taxes Colorado state Senate ss owner proper y legisla my.” fund FasTracks. This means if current finanjority in the the Douglas Count t business econo lty urged busine l,” testify and raising new lanes. across come Father of three Timothy Forehand wants of has McNu Capito n ditional cial projections remain as they are, the North members could impac thing that for a is just no at the state issues of concer said that more time with his young daughters. A new on hand “The one that there and toll “show up Metro and Northwest lines will not be comwhen delegation t said, “is e-sponof them were back r supporters procedure for patients with his form of liver could go clear,” Hilber pleted until 2042. owners. Four y Business Allianc Jan. 3 bring decidBy Jane Reute table. world you donews.com what is decid on Page 19 held cancer may give him several more months. as Count are on the way in the continues But Washington saidjreute he is convinced these No matter r@ourcolora kickoff session y Dougl Legislators g roadways. will remain free.” That’s a precious gift to a man who a year al Center. legislative as Count existin Medic toto two projects will be done way before the prosored g Dougl inin g (lanes) Sky Ridge us about s urged ago was told he likely wouldn’t survive for on is leanin leader ed, existin to be cautio jected completion dates and noted the trans-stay aware and get as at Lone Tree’s addithe coaliti State or addi you need s to one more month. Hilbert said n to toll any new “The bills ss owner portation district has made significant strides could impact them and busine Capi Capithat Forehand underwent surgery to install construction sed ward a decisio in issues in the past two years. Involved that time, Washing- seats at the state to pay for be discus the device that’s expected to extend his take their tional lanes He said this will ton said RTD has eitherlawma begunkers construction Feby and Feb life Jan. 8 at Sky Ridge Medical Center. He maintenance. coalition’s Januar or contracted work out for 77 percent of its results at the among the first patients in the United States they go over cted planned FasTrack network projects, includDepart- heavilymeetings, when to undergo the process, and Sky Ridge is the survey condu cuts to the ruary ing the Gold, West Rail, U.S. Bus Rapid Transit telephone some recent first of a handful of centers permitted to from a recent ch Consultants. restructure (BRT), East Rail and Interstate 225 Rail Lines. e. d with these uction could perform it pending approval from the Food s ment of Defensneed to go forwar could be by Hill Researthat route, constr ,” he said. “Of course we’ve had our challenges, but view s we go and Drug Administration. “If we “I think I think they omise our if not sooner requires I always like to say that it’s not all about the mike Coffman’tax piece, the fact that said, “but in early 2014, t compr The Dallas man was diagnosed with option that pushes cuts,” he knock down — the knock down being the that doesn’ no attention to start pick a financing n: “I like the sly the vast way for a nt resolutio in obviou ocular melanoma in January 2012. The fast- Doctors and nurses prepare Timothy Forehand for surgery Jan. 8 at Sky Ridge Medical Center in Lone Tree. The Dallas we permane done On fiscal challenges — but the get up,” Washington y. There was the g taxes), that that they “If those two tax cuts remain was a win. On growing eye cancer already had spread to man was diagnosed a year ago with cancer that has since spread to his liver. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen national securitthese cuts. I think the no- a vote (raisin r. But I don’t think most of the Bush said. “We’ve had these challenges, but we’re people I thought to citizens say. cuts, and we his liver, where tumors typically are lethal. happen, so it out furthewhat I am hearing detail paid we majority of American at all balanced with getting up off the canvas, and we’re getting would neveran across-the-board fix it, but now. We’ve it wasn’t “It’s a devastating diagnosis,” said Dr. options are citizens say `yeah, thought it negative side, to spend even more money do them done pretty quickly.” ” this bill e.’ g `let’s just Charles Nutting, who performed the pro proof Defens I’m hearin ne else to pay the taxes.’ in the and the debt and tion was are, in fact, going Washington also said work on the nearly Department l. We’re cutting proabout the deficit all.” r option cedure. “Survival is only a couple months.” cut to the got to be serious the want someo it at was a popula ing to 6.5-mile segment of the Northwest Rail Line ey rationa serious about e ban: “PersonRaising taxes surveys, but accord were “It just isn’t essential and giving ial The procedure performed last week Boldr certainly wasn’t acity magazin to the future Westminster station is about 33 essent are hall notion By Ryan adonews.com people are high-cap this d of that town t think that I rcolor concentrates chemotherapy treatment to ms grams On propose be a limit. percent complete. This rail segment, which is ms that early That only 9 percen to progra rboldrey@ou tax and 42 there ought to armed Forehand’s liver, instead of his entire body, ns at all is wrong. same weight al security to progra wayside Hill’s surveyincreased property taxes. De ally, I feel that Debeing funded through RTD’s federally-funded of the U.S. be any regulatio s should sales r veteran so high doses of cancer-fighting chemicals gone by the in favor of to our nation that there shouldn’tabout high-capacity magazine inher20-yea $1.03 billion Eagle P3 Project, is Aalso part of d increasing in favor of should will Crisshave essman Mike little value.” differ- percent favore numbers, 42-41, Seal, nation can saturate the organ. The idea, Nutting probably reCongr said, the question legislatures, because there the re or have the planned Gold Line through Arvada and ora) plans forces, agoAndy higher training lfchef of the counstate sal himse one new lane, said, is to “try and really beat up the tumors spite the a long time said fancie Carpen be decided by ent different parts an (R-Aur he for party for tolling Wheat Ridge that is expected toCoffm be opened by of his efforts issue suffici HuHot ean own standards is an Dr. Charles Nutting taxes over was not Coffman ers in his as much as you can.” saleslian rt Mongo ently be varying rounds is too much but that General n as l that there Grill, ted focus much 2016, according to current RTDto projections. left, gets many memb licans don’t suppo 100 congressiona e in an electio the Colorado The drug-infused blood is then collectport sugges flames ent from new try. I feel that passag the for Washington said he has highin hopes the going on a and decided by Some of the lot of Repub to secure n affairs. Mongolian ed as it leaves the liver, filtered to remove in that a on vetera that must be debated in- support on, D.C.” e spending. 18-mile Colorado Department of TransportaTABOR. grill as other session an’s eyes to defens re-elected not in Washingt as much of the chemicals as possible, and lives of ocular melanoma patients by about cause it’s all irrelevant. I don’t think one required by in Coffm any cuts recently chefs prepar Assembly and The projtion-led U.S. 36 BRT (bus rapid transit) the table whether U.S. for Coloe dishes for returned to the body. The method not only six months. Some have lived an additional day at a time. I live my life the way anybody things on levels in Europe; arentative customers that ect between downtown Denver and Boulder. repres ility that of Veterfour lanes now troop ed in cost-shour at the new would. I do my best to enjoy my life with my District said istargets and intensifies the treatment, but three to five years. Possibility ofsaid there is a possib than latDepartment ns before clude: of restaurant “We want bus rapid transit on rado’s U.S. 366th to be be more involv on force the rather in the Orchar retain some Even six months, Kandarpa said, is re- family.” s to focus Hilbert minimizes side effects. allies should ByerAshl that would hire qualified vetera intendso 19 we should one of the best BRT systems in thehe country, d Town Center ey bases; are there func-y C-470 could expand sooner to es on Page g from transiKandarpa sees its treatment in ocular “Normally, in chemotherapy, you have markable. “In the oncology world, people ing; wheth areimers@asreim e. in Westminster, ans Affairs Coffman ers militar we are committed to that,” Washington said. workC-470 continu sues rangin the outsid of the people that permanent overse ourc active-duty the citizen to giveThursd so ay, much poison the patient can’t get excited if you get 15 days, a month (of melanoma as “a platform” from which red by olora at a hiring from the third To achieve this goal, Washington said Dec. a in tion into handle country done reserve 27. the Photo by Kandarpa, chief life extension),” he said. ws.c searchers can work toward treating other how d by the handle it,” said Dr. Krishna “Only about have actually served think tions being sysnsom RTD is striving to offer BRT riders newto serWhe force benhandle VA) care of vet- aumatic stress dining there weapo aren’t Forehand, speaking from his Dallas tumors. “and I just that could medical officer with the company that crework (in the better take inrWest at HuH and are an said, vices, such as free WiFi service and can a cashlessnot recost;mins from post-tr ped ot that y,” Coffm A significant delay in a tumor’s progress, ated the filtration device, Delcath Systems. home three days post-surgery, said he was ter, develo there that’s experi- cheape suffering it’s an are being it’s more Mongolian Grill fare collection option through itserans recentlyg at militar a culture my than tems that experien “Now, you can isolate it to the liver instead exhausted but looking forward to recov- Nutting said, is a step toward the cure he c in ans. … In n is in lookin n recycled der. that there’s

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Douglas County School Board Vice President Dan Gerken resigned the week of Jan. 7, and already has stepped down from his seat. He cited growing family and work obligations. Board President John Carson said the group will begin the process of finding his replacement during the Jan. 15 board meeting. Gerken was elected to the board in 2009, and his term was set to expire in November. He did not return calls for comment, Gerken but Carson said there is no mystery surrounding his resignation from the education reform-focused board. “We depend on people being willing to take a lot of time out of their lives and work and families to do this,” he said, noting board members invest at least 20 hours a month to the unpaid post. “Dan has served selflessly in that capacity for over three years now. I greatly appreciate what he’s done for our school district.” Carson said Gerken first approached him about resigning shortly after the new year. “I tried to talk him out of (resigning), but he made his decision,” he said. Though the board has often been criticized for its fast-paced reform efforts, Carson said he doesn’t believe that was a factor in Gerken’s resignation. “If you run for office, you have to be prepared for that,” he said. “Speaking for myself, the reason I got involved in public education was to make some changes in public education that I think have been needed for a long time. I know Dan felt that way as well.” In seven years on the board, Carson said this is the fourth vacancy filled by appointment. “It’s not an infrequent occurrence,” he said. The board has 60 days to fill the empty seat. Any candidate must live in Gerken’s district — District D — which extends from Castle Pines to the southeast corner of the county. Potential school board candidates must be at least 18 years of age, a 12-month resident and registered voter of the district, and have no direct or indirect interest in district contracts. All current school board members are registered Republicans, but the office is officially nonpartisan. “We’re just looking for people that are interested in improving public education, continuing to make our school district the best, and keep making it stronger,” Carson said. Gerken, a father of two, lives in Castle Pines with his wife, Gina. He is chairman and co-founder of Gerken Taxman Interests, a commercial real estate investment and development company.