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Governor: State of state is strong Hickenlooper touts economic numbers during annual address

rado does not quit. Colorado does not break,” he said, to a standing ovation inside the House chamber, where all 100 state lawmakers were gathered. Hickenlooper hyped Colorado as a magnet for businesses and a state where job numbers continue to grow. And, for the most part, he stayed away from contentious issues that dominated the Legislature last year. While Democrats walked away glowingly from the governor’s speech, many Republicans voiced a “wait-and-see” response. “Well it felt good, but let’s see if those feelings continue for the rest of the year,” said Rep. Carole Murray, R-Castle Rock. “When he talked about not wanting parties to lock down, I hope he holds to that with his own party.”

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Gov. John Hickenlooper motions to his cabinet, seated in the House chambers in the Colorado State Capitol, during the State of the State speech in Denver on Jan. 8. Photo by Hannah Garcia

Gov. John Hickenlooper sounded like a man running for re-election during his annual State of the State address inside the Capitol on Jan. 9, as he touted Colorado’s economic rebound and called on lawmakers to “ignore divisive politics.” The governor sounded themes of unity throughout his speech, but particularly when he lauded Coloradans’ resilience during times of tragedy last year — which led to one of the most enthusiastically-received lines of the day. “Colorado does not shut down. Colo-

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Consulting firm looks at Littleton fire rescue Seeks ways to improve service, save money By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com Never a dull moment for Littleton Fire Rescue, which is about to undergo its fifth intensive study in as many years. “Over the last several years, a number of studies and discussions have taken place to explore additional partnership and consolidation opportunities,” reads a Jan. 8 news release from the city. “The result of this due diligence, the partners agree, is that the current model is very successful and a good fit for everyone involved. That’s not to say there isn’t room for improvement, and that’s where the master plan begins.” The night before, city council approved a resolution to create a long-term strategic plan for the department, something the firefighters’ association has been asking for. “When asked over the years to articulate a strategic plan, we have always been met with silence, puzzled looks or at best a response of `status quo,’” members of the association wrote in a letter to City Manager Michael Penny in May 2013, after passing a vote of no confidence in Chief John Mullin. Mullin announced his retirement four months later and exited at the end of the year. With new LFR Chief Christopher Armstrong now at the helm, the city has hired Fire continues on Page 10 POSTAL ADDRESS

MULCH ADO ABOUT SOMETHING Raymond Harrison takes advantage of the City of Littleton’s free mulch program at Cornerstone Park at Belleview Avenue and Windermere Street. He dropped off his Christmas tree there a few days earlier, then returned Jan. 13 to claim his share of the mulch it was ground into. Any Littleton resident is welcome to help themselves as long as the supply lasts. Photo by Jennifer Smith

Chatfield project edging closer One more hurdle to clear before heading to governor By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission unanimously accepted the Chatfield Reservoir Reallocation Project plan during its Jan. 9 meeting, sending it on next to the Colorado Water Conservation

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Board and ultimately to the governor. Chairman Bill Kane, while acknowledging the concerns of many citizens who addressed the board, noted the document is compliant with the law. “We have to decide if the greater good is served by approval or denial,” he said. “And we’ve got to figure out of the perfect could potentially be the enemy of the good.” The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers authored the plan in an effort to meet the

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growing need for water in the metro area. It recommends reallocating 20,600 acrefeet of water from flood control to usable storage, raising the water in the recreation area by 12 feet. Water would cover more of the park, requiring reconfiguration of the marina and other amenities. “Chatfield wasn’t originally meant to be recreational,” said Commissioner Dean Wingfield. “We’re going to put a

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Lawmakers may get some sleep this session Opening Day in baseball is the best time to be a Cubs fan. There’s so much promise. It’s a new season. And every team is tied for first place. It’s just too bad the Cubs have to, you know, actually play baseball. As the season goes on, fans’ frustration mounts. And by the end of year, even the diehards are tired, grumpy and over it. I recently asked a fellow Cubs fan if that reminds him of anything. “In true Cubs fan fashion, I put a post up on Facebook the other day, talking about how optimistic I was coming into the legislative session, hopeful that we are going to have an opportunity to create some good public policy for the people of Colorado,” said Rep. Mark Waller, R-Colorado Springs. “Like Cubs fans in years past, I’ve been very disappointed toward the end of the season. Lets hope I’m not disappointed by the end of this legislative season.” Boy Howdy, were Republicans “disappointed” over what Democrats accomplished last year: Election reform and rural renewable energy mandate increases and attempts to overhaul the school finance system. Oh, and gun control. Oh boy. Republicans may have gotten all Genghis Khan over some bills, but they promised the “Wrath of Khan” after Democrats created legislation that led to universal back-

ground checks on gun sales and limited the amount of rounds that gun magazines can hold. So, Democrats, on the heels of their huge wins last session, must be riding high as work begins at the Capitol this year, right, Rep. Max Tyler of Lakewood? “To be honest I came into it a little grumpy.” Oh. Nevermind. “The grumpiness came from the summer, whether it was created by nature or by the battles over the recalls,” Tyler said. “It was more like a pretty difficult campaign season over the summer.” Tyler did say that the grumpiness subsided as he got back to work inside the Capitol and that he’s energized about the session. And every lawmaker will tell you that they’re optimistic and looking forward to getting back to work. But clearly the polarizing battles from last session, followed by the recall elec-

tions in the fall, still weigh in the back of lawmakers’ minds as they start work this year. And what about all the long hours they put in last year? Floor debates and committee hearings lasted FOR-EVER. Seriously, the greatest runners in Kenya looked at last year’s legislative session and said, “I want no part of that marathon.” Lawmakers had to have woken up on the first day of the session on Jan. 8, thinking to themselves, “Am I really looking forward to another round of committee hearings that don’t end until one in the morning?” “I don’t mind the 1 a.m. mornings,” said Rep. Jonathan Singer, D-Longmont. “When you said, `Waking up on Wednesday,’ it’s like, `I went to bed?’ ” In other words, Singer was lucky to get any sleep last session. But he’ll probably get a little more rest this time. Yes, there will be fights over some old battles and there will be new and improved controversy this time around. But I don’t see this year’s session being as maddening as last year’s was. “In most sessions you’re going to get two or three meaty, weightier issues,” Waller said. “Last year, I think we saw 15. But I don’t think we’ll see that this year.” Singer doesn’t either. And he’s not surprised by what he’s hearing from leaders of both parties, as the current session

gets underway: Democrats wanting to move on from what happened last year and Republicans looking to go to battle on some of those familiar issues. “What do you expect? You expect the majority to talk about coming together and you expect the minority to underline those differences that keep us apart for the next election cycle,” Singer said. So, there will be fights and there will be old battles revisited. But it sounds like lawmakers actually may be able get home before Letterman comes on TV, at least some of the time. “Everybody said, ‘Yeah it was so crazy,’” said Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, D-Arvada, who was a freshman last year. “But how do I know? I thought this is how we always do this. But the idea of not being here from 7 in the morning to 10 at night every day. Wow, it sounds really intriguing to me.” Well, that’s a good thing. Because last year was draining for everyone: Lawmakers, their families, reporters... “Who cares how draining it was for reporters?” quipped a smiling Waller. “You get no love at all.” This from the Republican Cubs fan whose team was badly beaten last year. Vic Vela covers the Legislature for Colorado Community Media. He can be reached at vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com. Follow Vic on Twitter: @VicVela1.

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Changes in store?: A 100-acre Columbine Valley farm is the focus of a residential proposal. Page 7

Making waves: Paintings depicting the wonders of water are on display in Lone Tree. Page 12

Hearts of Lions: The Littleton girls basketball team continues to win. Page 18

Horses, of course: The National Western Stock Show wouldn't be complete without them. Page 20

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Fire recruits get ‘resiliency training’ Littleton Fire Rescue seeks to stop PTSD By Jennifer Smith

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Callahan, firefighter/paramedic and Mesa Fire and Medical and professor emeritus at the University of Arizona. Callahan led the eight-hour class at LFR Station 12 on Jan. 10. It’s an effort to combat what he calls “compassion fatigue,” which first responders can suffer after years of dealing with traumatic events. They are also twice as likely to die from suicide than in the line of duty, he says, and they have a life expectancy of 15 years less than the general population. “By practicing the skills learned during this training, fire recruits can have more satisfying, healthy and productive lives, both professionally and personally,” said Mike Grill, the hospital’s director of EMS services. The class defines resiliency as not just the ability to bounce back from adversity, but also to develop positive

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Arapahoe students return to class Staff report Arapahoe High School students returned to class Jan. 7 for the first time since the Dec. 13 shooting at the school. Junior Jordan Macomber said the mood on campus was hard to explain. “Half of us were really up and confident and happy to be back,” he said. “The other half was lacking confidence and still very traumatized by what happened. … Almost everyone is really sick of the news coverage and the cameras.” A letter to parents and students from Arapahoe principal Natalie Pramenko said there was additional police and school district staff presence on campus. She added that “there will be a need for mental health support moving forward. We will keep members of the current crisis response team in place for as long as is necessary to support both students and staff.” Students were given the opportunity to take final exams, but the tests were not required, according to the school’s website. If a student decided not to take the final exam for a given class, his or her previous grade will stand for the first semester. The library, where 18-year-old student Karl Pierson shot himself to death after fatally wounding classmate Claire Davis, is closed for remodeling. Pramenko’s letter says a small team of students, staff and parents will help come up with the new design, and it hopefully will reopen in the spring. “We want to thank you for your continued love, prayers, patience and support,” she wrote. “Warriors, always take care of one another, and stay Warrior Strong.”

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Assembly empowers students to remain ‘Warrior Strong’ By Anna Sutterer

Special to Colorado Community Media There was a time, I suppose, for the whole world to have its eyes on Arapahoe High School. For there to be questions, interviews, extra attention and special treatment and a general displaced feeling. But for the first time since Dec. 13, 2013, the entire Arapahoe student body, faculty and staff, assembled on Friday, Jan. 10, untormented by media vans and helicopters, reporters and cameras. It was a welcome change for the students and staff, simply coming home. At 7:25 a.m., more than 2,000 Warriors crowded onto the old Sitting Eagle Gymnasium bleachers as we had for the homecoming spirit assembly earlier this school year. But this time the proceedings had much more at stake. The walls of the gym were lined with teachers and staff, each entrance filled with the presence of a beloved educatorturned-family-member. The room felt like a giant hug. In this moment we were reminded of the trust and love between the students and staff at Arapahoe, evident especially now. Each teacher’s expression was reassuring, softening the idea of getting back to work and offering the promise of overwhelming grace for each student’s individual grieving periods. Principal Natalie Pramenko began with a reminder. “There will be time for outside speakers, but today is about our students, our faculty, our new start to our new semester.” The goal was healing and dipping our toes into the reality of resuming normality and work. No need at the moment for media to report or to tell us how to resume what we do well and have done well in the past: being a school of great integrity and

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way, an influence for others through our laughter and silliness. It’s a beautiful conundrum we face now: each of us being both “Warrior Strong” and needing to lean on each other more than ever. I saw this at work throughout the crowd as boxes of tissues were passed about. Among the little ordinary movements of a large gathering, adjusted sitting position and hair fixes, I witnessed barely perceivable hand-holding and light squeezes to a neighbor’s shoulder. Mr. Davis, a man whose overwhelming grace and forgiveness enamors all of Arapahoe’s students and community, challenged us to continue those little expressions of love each and every day. He assured us, saying, “You’ll never be called in this life to do more than you can do in this life. You are always enough.” With the weight of historical victories and the encouragement of each other at our backs, it’s time for Arapahoe to get back to work. That does mean resuming studies and preparing for our personal futures, but also taking on Mr. Davis’s challenge — to consciously and deliberately love each day. Anna Sutterer is a senior at Arapahoe High School.

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Colorado lawmakers get to work Party leaders talk about new efforts and old battles By Vic Vela

vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com The 2014 legislative session got underway Jan. 8, with speeches from party leaders that addressed a variety of key issues that lawmakers will be taking on over the next few months. Yes, there were calls by leaders in both chambers to work together on issues like jobs, the economy and education. But there was plenty of politics on opening day, with Democrats and Republicans exchanging jabs on contentious issues - many of which were fought over last year - that are sure to lead to headlines during this year’s session. Although leaders talked about issues that they will surely fight over during the next few months, it is clear that their early priorities will focus on working together on legislation that will deal with flood and wildfire disasters. The first series of bills that were introduced in the House came as a result of work by a bipartisan Flood Disaster Study Committee. Those bills include legislation that creates income tax credits for properties destroyed by natural disasters, and another that creates grant funding to repair water infrastructure that is impacted by natural disasters. “Despite all the recovery work that’s already happened, there’s much still to do,” said House Speaker Mark Ferrandino, D-Denver. “And we must see it through to completion.” House Minority Leader Brian DelGrosso echoed Ferrandino’s remarks on the importance of immediately dealing with natural disaster legislation. “Helping our friends and neighbors impacted by these tragedies will be a top priority of Republicans this session, and I am glad to hear that it will be for my col-

Mary Hodge, D-Brighton, smiles as fellow lawmakers acknowledge her during Gov. John Hickenlooper’s State of the State speech at the Colorado State Capitol in Denver on Jan. 9. Photo by Hannah Garcia leagues across the aisle as well,” DelGrosso said. Education will also be a key area of focus this year. Senate President Morgan Carroll, D-Aurora, introduced the College Affordability Act, which places a 6 percent cap on tuition rate increases, and provides more money for financial aid. Carroll said the bill deals with skyrocketing tuition costs that often create enormous amounts of debt for students. “What we are talking about is squeezing out economic and life opportunities for an entire generation,” Carroll said. “This is an unsustainable trend that threatens to weaken our economy.” Ferrandino also talked about education, telling House members that students

need more resources inside classrooms. He also took issue with the views on public education of Republicans, who often contend that schools need to be reformed, before more money is thrown at the education system. “But while some have argued for reform before resources, let me say this: Reforms will not work and our schools will not get better if they are not adequately funded. Period,” Ferrandino said. Republicans will move forward with legislation that seeks to undo Democratsponsored bills that became law following last year’s session. They include legislation that doubled the renewable energy mandate for rural electric cooperatives. DelGrosso said the

mandate “puts a financial strain” on rural families and businesses. DelGrosso said that while the state’s economy is improving, parts of rural Colorado continue to struggle. “The voice of rural Colorado is being heard loud and clear by House Republicans and I hope my colleagues on the other side of the aisle will hear it as well,” DelGrosso said. Last year’s session saw Democrats achieve several legislative victories, over loud protests from their Republican colleagues. Democrats scored wins on guncontrol, election reform and on social issues, including the creation of civil unions in Colorado. But Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman, R-Colorado Springs, said Coloradans had a “visceral response to what took place in this Legislature last year.” That response included recall efforts that cost two Democratic senators their jobs and led one to resign from office. “Democrats divided by Republicans does not produce outcomes that are representative of this state,” Cadman said. Cadman said that last years’s political division resulted in a “hyper-partisan toxin that affected this entire institution. “To those who served here and all those who visited here, we started looking like Congress,” he said. While Republicans feel Democrats overreached in their legislative efforts last year, Carroll looks at things differently, calling last year’s work “busy and productive” - especially compared to how things operate at our nation’s capital. “While D.C. was criticized for doing too little, some questioned whether in Colorado, we did too much,” she said. Carroll also addressed the public’s negative views on the political system. “While we at the state level cannot fix all of the frustrations and disappointments people experience with elected officials, we can show that we here in Colorado, right here in this Senate chamber, are different,” she said.

Bill seeks to cap tuition rates Legislation also provides more financial aid funding By Vic Vela

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Democratic state lawmakers have drafted legislation aimed at making college a little less expensive. Report Last week, the College Affordability Act became the first bill to be introduced in the Senate this legislative session. The bill would cap college tuition-rate increases, and would make more money available for students seeking financial aid. Sen. Andy Kerr, D-Lakewood, a bill sponsor, said the legislation is about “making sure every kid who graduates

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Big changes proposed for Columbine Valley Town expects residential plan for 100-acre farm By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com Having just lived through the controversial Willowcroft rezone, officials at the town of Columbine Valley are getting out ahead of the next one, which is 10 times bigger. At issue is the 103-acre Wild Plum Farm, which is basically the entire eastern one-third of town. JD McCrumb, town administrator, told the residents who gathered at Columbine Country Club on Jan. 8 that he expects a formal proposal to be on the table soon, with the emphasis on “soon.” Right now it’s an operating farm owned by the Tuck family, abutting Cooley Lake in South Platte Park. It’s currently zoned for agricultural use, but Phil Sieber, town planner, said he expects the proposal to be for a planned residential development. The town’s master plan recommends no more than one dwelling per acre, though that doesn’t translate to one-acre lots. McCrumb said the substantial flood plain and openspace requirements don’t count against

Officials expect a plan for residential development on the Wild Plum Farm to materialize soon. The site is 100-plus acres between Cooley Lake and Fairway Road in Columbine Valley. Photo by Jennifer Smith the units per acre, they just shift where the units will be. He reminded the audience that the master plan is a guideline, not a law, and the board of trustees can approve higher density if the project is considered supe-

rior, as was the case with Willowcroft. Sieber voiced what was on everyone’s mind: “The name of the game on this deal is traffic, traffic, traffic.” He said the town will break with tradition on this project by paying for the traf-

fic study itself rather than requiring the developer to bear the cost, “so that we can be sure we get what we want out of this traffic study.” Asked whether the residents could be involved in that process, Sieber said he wouldn’t have a problem with that. “But the developer gets to have a voice, too,” he said. Access to the site is a challenge because of the lake and surrounding development, but town engineer Troy Carmann said it will be at least somewhat tied to what’s there now. There are two pasture gates along Fairway Lane, and one through Nevada Ditch on the western border. McCrumb pledged to keep residents as up to date as possible, offering everyone the chance to sign up for regular emails on the project’s progress. Once the formal application is filed and staff accepts it, a public hearing by the planning commission is scheduled for 45 days later. It passes its recommendation on to the board of trustees, which also conducts a public hearing. Assuming the trustees approve the project, construction could start 12 to 18 months later, said Sieber.

Youth initiative strengthens resolve Expert on teen violence offers guidance By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com The topic of the Jan. 10 meeting of the Greater Littleton Youth Initiative was painfully timely given the recent tragedy at Arapahoe High School, but Dr. Jeff Jenson had already been scheduled to present his work on preventing youth violence. “When it’s your neighborhood, your back yard, all the statistics don’t really matter,” he said. “Making sense of the reasons has been the hardest thing.” GLYI comprises current and past Littleton Public Schools staff and board members, mental-health workers, local government officials, community organizations that work with youth, and everyday citizens. They initially came together in 1999 after the tragedy at Columbine, a Jefferson County school, in an attempt to prevent another such episode in the greater Little-

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told reporters recently that she wanted a separate bill that includes the cap and Hickenlooper’s funding proposal, because she feels the two are “connected.” And, judging by the response of Republicans during Hickenlooper’s State of the State speech on Jan. 9, the bill should have plenty of bipartisan support. The governor received a standing ovation from both sides of the aisle, when he addressed the measure in his remarks. Rep. Polly Lawrence, R-Douglas County, said after the governor’s speech that she is “concerned” about the capping the tuition rate at 6 percent. “Because in some ways that gives (high-

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ton community. But none of them could have predicted that 15 years later, they would be discussing another school shooting, this one just blocks away from their meeting room in the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce office in Centennial’s Streets at SouthGlenn. “We want healthy kids, and we want to stop all the bad things as fast as we can,” said John Brackney, president of the chamber and a founding member of GLYI. “If you were all of us, what would you tell us to do?” Jenson, a professor at the University of Denver’s graduate school of social work, replied that helping young families get off the ground is a good first step. “But I guess if I had my druthers, I’d like to see a big paradigm shift that would make us move collectively to a prevention orientation,” he said. GLYI has taken strides toward that end already, implementing scientifically sound programs like the Nurse-Family Partnership, which pairs first-time moms with

er education institutions) permission to raise tuition 6 percent,” she said. A spokesman for the Senate Republicans did not immediately have a comment for this story. Carroll acknowledged that the bill isn’t a total remedy for reining in tuition costs. “This is reversing a trend,” Carroll said. “It’s not going to suddenly make college more affordable to all folks.” Sen. Cheri Jahn, D-Wheat Ridge, a bill co-sponsor, said the legislation should be considered a jobs bill, in addition to being an education measure. “We always hear, `It’s about jobs. We need to create jobs,’ ” Jahn said. “You go to the cause and stop trying to put Band-Aids on symptoms. Why are more people not going to college? Well, it’s because people can’t afford it. So if you really want to do something solid for economic develop, let’s get people educated.”

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support, and the Incredible Years, which instills emotional, social and academic skills in preschool kids. Jenson said the overarching skill that kids need is how to be resilient, to recover when bad things happen and learn positive lessons from them. To achieve that, he said, requires a good foundation to build on, things like having healthy social bonds, problem-solving skills, a positive attitude, a happy and stable home, and low stress levels. “We’re pressure-cooking these kids,” said Angela Engel, the City of Centennial’s youth and senior commissions coordinator. What doesn’t work, said Jenson, are the “scared straight” kinds of programs of the past. “These efforts had the opposite effect, almost,” he said. Today’s programs, such as the ones used by GLYI, approach the issue of teen violence the way public-health departments approach disease — at the source. “Problem behaviors are best prevented by reducing the risk factors associated

with their onset,” said Jenson. Factors like substance abuse in the family, lack of parental bonding, low commitment to education, poverty, peer rejection and lack of involvement in the community can all be risk factors, he said. “Despite advances in prevention, solutions to preventing isolated incidences of school shootings remain elusive,” he added. That comment reflected the frustration and sadness evident in the room. But there was also the sense that it’s more important than ever for GLYI to make progress going forward. It’s currently undergoing a change in structure as it works to wean itself off of the City of Littleton, which has been funding it to the tune of $100,000 a year. “This is not an effort to say it’s anybody’s fault,” said Brackney. “It’s all of our efforts to have a healthy community. And it has to be a community, or it will never work.” “We cannot stop all bad things from happening, but we can show everybody how we rally and come together,” agreed Sue Chandler, GLYI president.

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Do you have a Goliath in your life? Almost everyone is familiar with the story of David and Goliath, the story of a young boy who defeats a mighty giant with just a sling and a stone. The young boy stood up to the giant, Goliath, when all others resisted or were afraid to face Goliath in battle. What are some of the giants or Goliaths in our own lives that we need to face up to or battle? Do you have a Goliath in your life right now? If so, please keep reading. And if not, you may want to keep reading anyway, as one day you may come face to face with your own giant. Now I am certainly no giant or Goliath, as a matter of fact I am about as average as they come, 5 feet 11 and let’s just call it about 200 pounds. I used to be an even 6 feet tall but somehow with age I have become the incredible shrinking man and lost some height and certainly some might. But the other day I was in the gym and I was walking back from the water fountain when I witnessed a group of young boys

bench pressing. They looked to be about 1315 years old, and one of the boys had apparently just completed his max lift, his bestever bench press. I watched as he muscled it up, struggled, almost didn’t make it, but completed the lift with one of his friends spotting him in case he couldn’t do it. When he completed the lift, he jumped up off the bench, high-fived his friends, fist-pumped, chest bumped and was higher than a kite and looking and feeling strong and proud. As I walked back towards the area I was working out in I had to pass

through a small area where they were and as I did the young boy was walking toward the water fountain and one of us had to yield to the other to allow the other person to pass through. I yielded to the mighty and proud young boy, gave him a smile and nod of approval and he walked by me with his shoulders back, chest puffed out and head held high. Again, I am no Goliath and he didn’t defeat me, but he reached a max lift bench press, a best-ever lift, and even though I didn’t know him I was proud of him. It was apparently something he was pursuing for a while and worked hard to achieve his goal. And it made me think, what is my Goliath? What is the giant in my life, even at age 52, that I need to battle and defeat? Are there things in my life that I am “gonna do?” Am I settling into a “woulda, shoulda, coulda?” kind of guy. This young boy, this young David inspired me in the gym to reach higher, try harder, and do more with my life. I know I

can still learn more, laugh more and love more. I know I can be in even better shape and I know that I can find even greater success in business. But what I have to do and what you have to do in order to achieve this level is to first identify our Goliaths, recognize what is holding us back, set our goals, and work hard to pursue the achievement of those goals. We need to defeat the giants that are keeping us from being everything that we have ever dreamed of being, doing, or having in our lives. How about you? Is there a Goliath out there? Can you be a “David?” I would love to hear all about your battles and victories at gotonorton@gmail.com and when you set out to defeat the giants in your life, it will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Highlands Ranch, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corp. and the CEO/founder of www. candogo.com.

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Pointless babble and creaky noises Over half of the United States population actively uses Facebook. Millions and millions are on MySpace, and millions and millions are on Twitter. I inactively use all of them, and I don’t tweet. I do make small, creaky noises when I walk, however. It’s my bum knee. I have this: a weekly column in eight newspapers, and I self-published a book consisting of 45 columns. Volume Two is in the works. Who do I think I am? Who do we think we are? Why do we spend so much time texting and tweeting, and transmitting our whereabouts and whatabouts? I cannot answer for anyone else. I can only conjecture. I think egos are involved. Social networking makes it possible for each of us to show off, to let the world know we are here, to rant, to seek attention. I know exactly why I write. It is very satisfying and self-validating. Just like painting. I had a better year as a writer than I did as a painter (in 2013). It was totally unexpected. Tweeting has been called “pointless babble,” but everyone is doing it. I wouldn’t know how to begin, and if I did, I wouldn’t know why I was doing it. But I am an exception. Technology is passing me by. I just read that my desktop computer might be obsolete in the future because everyone is going to be using tablets. Not me. I can understand why people would change over to tablets. You can make use of them while you are on the go. But I am not on the go. I am on the stay. The same article said that landlines are almost a thing of the past, and 40% of us have wireless service.

Once again, not me. I don’t have the latest anything. My column appears online but I rarely read it there. I like to get ink on my fingers. People stand in line to get the latest Apple. I don’t stand in line. If I am third in line, I change my mind and go somewhere and get a milk shake. I am an anomaly. I am retired, I have one living relative, and no family of my own. There are no urgencies, except for the one that cannot be mentioned here. I don’t need to — or want to — know what anyone is doing at the moment. I was told, however, that Facebook, MySpace and Twitter are great for marketing your paintings. I doubt it. Nothing is working right now. Nothing is selling. Here and there, low-priced art is selling, small paintings, or paintings that look like things. That means that people are buying recognizable imagery. There is nothing recognizable in my paintings, unless you can see images in clouds and fireplaces. Most people would rather have a new contraption than a painting or a sculpture. I wonder how many works of art

With the Iraq War over and our involvement in Afghanistan winding down, the military is getting ready to downsize and many more veterans will soon be forced to make the transition to civilian life. I joined the Army after my junior year of high school, earned a high school diploma through an Army program, and was accepted at the University of Colorado before I left active duty. Needless to say, attending the University of Colorado as a young, single veteran was a great experience, both academically and socially. I was able to cover most of the cost of going to college under the educational benefits that I had earned through my military service. This program was commonly called the G.I. Bill when I went to the University of Colorado and it is now referred to as the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill for our current generation of returning veterans. No doubt, our military families have already been stressed by the multiple deployments of their service members and they now face more anxiety with the uncertain future of having to leave the military, which for many is the only career that they have ever known. Many of those who have recently left the military, or are soon to leave, are not interested in using their educational benefits to get a four-year college degree but would much rather have a job where they can better support their families. Our veterans are tremendously talented

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but need help transitioning their military skills to civilian employment. A Marine Corps infantry rifleman serving in Afghanistan will not have the technical skills to transition directly from his military occupational field to a civilian one. However, like so many others who serve or have served our country, they come with leadership skills, teamwork, and a sense of determination and urgency to accomplish whatever task they are given. My legislation, H.R. 1412, the Improving Job Opportunities for Veterans Act, will provide incentives for employers to hire our veterans so they can make that transition to a civilian job. There is also a little known and underutilized program that allows veterans to use their educational benefits to take advantage of job training through apprenticeship programs. Under this program, a veteran’s G.I. Bill benefits can be used to Coffman continues on Page 9

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Taxes, home values and health care We are continuing the recovery from the Great Recession. It is interesting to hear different perspectives on how we are doing, as an economy, an investor, employee or consumer. There are varying degrees of lukewarm satisfaction and an actual bipolar affect when it comes to housing or the stock market, depending on your wealth status. Last year was a great year for investors, if they were participating in growth vehicles. It was an average year for homeowners who saw their values rising gradually. The unemployment rate dropped below 7 percent, yet everyone seems to know someone who remains unemployed. This is a story of the haves and the have-nots. It appears our middle class is parting down the middle and the wealth accumulation soars for the top half while conditions continue to worsen for the bottom half. The housing market is a good example. If you are trying to sell a beginner house, it is difficult for new buyers to qualify and many continue to rent. If you are selling a property over a million dollars, buyers can afford to be picky and many properties in certain regions remain unsold. If you are

in the Goldilocks house then you probably enjoyed rising home values during the last year. Housing experts caution that while the momentum is likely to continue, it could be at a slower pace in 2014. Investments are another good example of winners and losers. Growth outperformed value, small stocks outperformed large and domestic outperformed foreign. Fixed income lost value as bonds continue to be underwater in the tug-of-war between federal easing and interest rates rising. Therefore, the folks who can afford to take on more risk (growth and smaller companies) were rewarded handsomely. Those who stuck with conservative investments such as retirees — those who need income

or those who fear loss of principal — actually lost net worth last year due to the declining bond prices. This year there are many new rules put in place to help improve the lower classes and reduce some of the wealth accumulation. This includes higher taxes for the wealthy, such as higher payroll tax on incomes over $200,000. Higher tax brackets across the board are also in effect, including an investment tax of 3.8 percent for filers in the highest tax bracket, which is now 39.5 percent. Some folks will discover this year that they are paying over 50 percent in taxes if they include payroll tax, investment tax, federal and state income tax. The Affordable Health Care Act is designed to also help level the playing field by bringing medical benefits to all citizens. By now most people applying for new health insurance discovered their premiums increased unless their incomes are below the poverty limit. It is too early to tell how these changes will affect our economic growth in 2014. Strong early earnings reports indicate we are still carrying some momentum over from last year. It may take a few quarters

to evaluate the impact of higher taxes and higher health care costs on employers. This could derail the decline of unemployment or could eventually cut into corporate profits. The Federal Reserve Board will likely continue to taper the bond purchase program as the economy gains more stability. This could continue to fuel risk investments although likely at a slower rate than the last two years. In the meantime we should revel in the continued recovery. Make certain your investments reflect your goals for the New Year and you are diversified to take advantage of different types of growth in the future.

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help pay their salaries instead of paying for college. Additionally, the salary is split between a veteran’s G.I. Bill benefits and the employer with the employer picking up more of the cost as the veteran gains experience. The Veterans Job Opportunity Act will expand the program by requiring that the Department of Veterans Affairs notify all military personnel of the program before they are discharged from active duty, it then further incentivizes private sector employers to hire veterans by increasing the share of the salary that the VA will pay, and it will open up opportunities in the

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were given last Christmas, compared to the number of tablets. That’s just the way it is. Think twice times twice before you let your babies grow up to be artists. It’s inwardly fulfilling beyond explanation, but it does not fulfill the refrigerator. You text, you tweet, I write. It’s all a kind of graffiti. We want to leave a trail in our existence. It’s a conceit. Sure, a lot of it is useless and pointless gibberish, but it’s

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LITTLETON LETIP meets from 7:16-8:31 a.m. every Tuesday for breakfast at Luciles, 2852 W. Bowles Ave., to exchange qualified business leads. Call Bob Hier at 303-660-6426 or e-mail hierb@yahoo.com. NON-PRACTICING AND PART TIME NURSES ASSOCIATION meets from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine St., Centennial. All nurses are invited to attend for medical presentations. Contact: Barbara Karford, 303-794-0354.

WOMEN INVESTMENT GROUP MASTER MIND GROUP meets to empower all women to build a real financial freedom through the power of real estate in any market condition. We network, share ideas, leads, resources and encourage each other. We meet once a month. For meeting information, call Lorena 303-981-6539 or e-mail WomenInvestmentGroup@comcast.net.

HOMESTEAD 9-HOLE GOLF Women’s Golf League is accepting membership applications for the 2012 season. You do not need a GHIN number to join, but can acquire one as you play. We golf Monday mornings, April through October. To join this fun and active group, contact Barbara McGovern, barbmc30@gmail. com. Homestead Golf Course is at South Kipling and W. Hampden Ave., 11500 W. Hampden. Call 720-963-5181.

first and third Saturdays at the Goodson Recreation Center in Littleton. The cost is $6. Call 303-798-2476 ext. 11.

LADIES GOLF LEAGUE at Raccoon Creek Golf Course, Littleton, is accepting new members. Call 303-973-4653.

STROLLER STRIDES is a group fitness program that provides moms with a challenging workout and the opportunity to build relationships and gain the emotional support needed to adjust to the tremendous life change called motherhood. Classes are offered at 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at DeKoevend Park, near University and Arapahoe, and at 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at Clement Park, near Wadsworth and Bowles. For more information, visit the Stroller Strides Web site at www.strollerstrides.com or call Kathy or Karen Zawadzki at 888-684-0641 or e-mail kandk@strollerstrides.net.

MEADOWS WOMEN’S GOLF LEAGUE offers relaxing Tuesday mornings of friendly golf for ladies at the Meadows Golf Course, 6937 S. Simms St., near Ken-Caryl Ranch. The league plays 18 holes weekly from mid-April to mid-October. This fun group competes for prizes while playing from the red tees. Afterward, lunch can be ordered on the patio overlooking the course. Call Laura at 303-526-9598. REC AND ROCK for ages 10-14 meets from 7-11 p.m. every

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RECREATION DEER CREEK WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION. The 2010 golf season is just around the corner and we’re looking forward to a terrific new year! If you’re looking for a challenging course and the company of friendly women on Tuesday mornings, please consider joining our league. We’ve got the best deal in town. If interested please contact Chris Jackson at chris. dcwga@q.com or 303-347-9193.

public sector as well by making all agencies of the Federal government participate in the program. This is a commonsense bill that will benefit not only our returning veterans but also employers who will experience the value of employing a United States veteran. The Veterans Job Opportunity Act passed the House of Representatives unanimously last year and is now awaiting action in the Senate. U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman is the chairman of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations for the House Committee on Veterans Affairs. He has 21 years of combined service between the U.S. Army, the Army Reserve, the U.S. Marine Corps and the Marine Corps Reserve. He represents the 6th Congressional District.

hard to resist something that everyone else is doing. I walked into the Tattered Cover after they put my book on the shelves and two things occurred to me. One, I wished that my parents could have seen what I was seeing. Two, I am in over my head. I am in the same natatorium that Dickens and Twain and Camus are in, but I am underwater and breathing through a thin reed, gasping and treading. I am breathing a heady and intoxicating air. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast. net.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN BASKETBALL ACADEMY CLUB, expert training for youth basketball players grades fifth through 12th meets twice per week and operates all year. Play in leagues and tournaments. Send inquiries to ronkburgin@yahoo.com.

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Dale Arthur Parker was born September 25, 1944 in Atlantic, Iowa and passed away on December 25, 2013 in Emmett, Idaho. He was raised and attended school in Littleton, CO. and graduated from LHS in 1962. He worked in the horse racing profession & as race official at Centennial Race Track prior to moving to Montrose, CO. where he helped start a thoroughbred race farm (Menoken Farms). There will be a celebration of his life in the spring at Menoken Farms, date to be announced. His full obituary can be viewed at: www.lhs62.com/ lhs62-comments-pixsince2012.html Memorial donation can be made to Gem County Fair Board Racing, PO Box 443, Emmett, ID 83617.

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tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia. com Conner Donohue, the hit and run driver in the crash that killed Englewood detective Jeremy Bitner, had his 10-year sentence reduced by six months by order of 18th Judicial District Judge Marilyn Antrim. Donohue’s attorneys requested a resentencing hearing and it was granted Jan. 3. Lisa Pinto, information officer for the 18th Judicial District, reported the district attorney’s office opposed the defense request for a two-year sentence reduction. Both sides presented witnesses. Donohue sought the sentence reduction in order to be eligible for one of the rehabilitation programs available. It has been reported the judge noted factors such as the fact Donohue had no criminal record prior to the crash and his good behavior in prison in handing down her ruling, reducing Donohue’s sentence by six months. District Attorney George Brauchler issued a statement that said he respected the judge’s decision and the reality is that a six-month reduction in a 10-year prison sentence only makes Donohue eligible for parole two to three months earlier. “The bigger issue here is the weakness and inequity of Colorado law in this area,” Brauchler continued. “When a person who breaks someone’s nose in a bar fight faces

more mandatory prison than a drunk driver who runs over a police officer leaving that same bar, the law is broken.” The decision to reduce the sentence didn’t sit well with the Englewood police. “We felt a just sentence Donohue was handed down on May 31,” said John Collins, police chief. “Unfortunately, the interests of the defendant to get into a rehabilitation program now outweighed what was, at best, an appropriate sentence.” Donohue pleaded guilty Feb. 22, 2013 to felony charges of vehicular homicide, vehicular assault, leaving the scene of an accident involving serious bodily harm and leaving the scene of an accident causing death. He also pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison on May 31. The charges were filed as a result of the hit-and-run crash that happened just after midnight May 28, 2012 on Broadway just south of Belleview Avenue. Donohue was driving the car that hit officer Bitner and Kevin Montoya, the motorist Bitner had pulled over for a traffic violation. Donohue then sped off but he was stopped and arrested short time later by Littleton police. Bitner, a Centennial resident, died as a result of the injuries he received and Montoya survived his injuries, Two hours after the crash, Donohue, a Littleton resident, had a blood-alcohol level of .252 when he struck Bitner and the other man.

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Emergency Services Consulting Inc. to create the new plan, despite being unhappy with the results of its 2012 study that recommended merging with Englewood’s department. Penny says different employees will work on it this time, and Littleton and its partners, Littleton Fire Protection District and the Highlands Ranch Metro District, are comfortable with giving ESCI another shot. The three entities will split the $58,000 price tag equally. “The ESCI study was not enthusiastic about a merger, in my opinion,” said Penny. “Englewood had substantial capital investment necessary, like station quality, and there was little fiscal gain and potential loss for Littleton.” The South Metro Fire Rescue Authority released the results of its own study in September 2013, which suggested it could and should absorb both Littleton and Englewood’s departments. “Based on this initial analysis, there appear to be several opportunities to provide a higher level of service across all agencies while eliminating duplication and lowering costs overall,” reads that document. “It is feasible for LFR and EFD to join SMFRA and receive full services including emergency response, special teams, patient transport, permitting and inspections, risk reduction programs, accreditation, and all support services.” Littleton declined to pursue that option. “We are not discussing mergers,” said Penny. “We have a great and solid partnership with our current fire partners, and that will not change in the foreseeable future. We hired a new chief, and that should make a strong statement about the desired

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direction of this organization and our fire partners.”

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City council on Jan. 7 also approved a resolution to merge dispatch software with SMFRA, Evergreen and West Metro Fire Rescue. “The proposed (computer-aided dispatch system) consolidation would support over three-quarters of a million people located across three counties and 21 cities, and would become one of the largest regionalized CAD projects in the state of Colorado,” reads the staff report. It’s a consolidation of software only, not physical locations, that will allow dispatchers to share more information among themselves and reduce confusion over which jurisdiction a 911 call originated in. In what Mayor Pro Tem Bruce Beckman said was quite an accomplishment, the Arapahoe and Douglas E-911 authorities were persuaded to bear the costs, which city staff says will save the city more than $100,000 a year. It’s the biggest step yet in the ongoing effort to improve service and morale in the department that started in 2008 when the city partnered with LFPD and HRMD to hire Organizational Effectiveness Consulting. That study contained 108 recommendations, very few of which were ever implemented due to budget constraints. In 2011, amid heightened tensions among the partners, Littleton Fire Protection District and the Highlands Ranch Metro District paid for their own study but have refused to release it, saying it was never completed. “What we are doing now is about LFR and no other entities,” said Penny. “It’s a long-range master plan document for our organization looking at our service area. It’s about how we provide the best service to our customers, how we structure and organize and deploy.”

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Centennial backs interchange reconstruction Design work to begin soon on $74 million project By George Lurie

glurie@coloradocommunitymedia.com At their first meeting of 2014, the Centennial city council unanimously approved a resolution allowing Mayor Cathy Noon to send a “letter of assurance” to the Colorado Department of Transportation reaffirming the City’s willingness to participate in the $74 million project to reconstruct the I-25/ Arapahoe Road Interchange. The project, which is being spearheaded by CDOT and Arapahoe County, will reengineer and replace portions of Arapahoe Road as well as on and off ramps to I-25. Construction plans also call for replacement of the bridge on which traffic on I-25 passes over Arapahoe Road.

CDOT asked the City of Centennial as well as city officials in Greenwood Village for the letters as a means to formally confirm the cities were still willing to help pay for the reconstruction project. Travis Greiman, Centennial’s engineering manager, said three of the four quadrants surrounding the interchange are in Greenwood Village and the quadrant on the southwest corner of the interchange is within Centennial’s jurisdiction. “The letter is not legally binding,” Greiman said. “However, it is a requirement from CDOT in order for their funding to be awarded.” The project, which has been under consideration for nearly a decade, got a big boost in October 2013 when CDOT was awarded $50 million in so-called RAMP (Responsible Acceleration of Maintenance and Partnerships) funding. Greiman said that while neither Cen-

tennial nor Greenwood Village has yet to commit to a specific amount of funding for the project, the additional $24 million will likely come from a combination of local and federal sources. The letter of assurance approved this week by the city council lays the groundwork for an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) that will now be worked out between the city and CDOT. “In the coming months, we will negotiate an IGA with CDOT,” Greiman told city council members. The IGA, Greiman explained, will include “specific funding” commitments as well as “roles and responsibilities” of all of the parties involved in the project. “I know we’re still having some discussions with CDOT,” Centennial Mayor Cathy Noon said at the Jan. 6 council meeting. “And I know Greenwood Village was (in the process of) passing their letter of assur-

South Suburban board needs candidates Staff report With the terms of John Ostermiller, Pam Eller and Michael Anderson coming to an end, the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District will hold an election on May 6 to fill their spots. None of the incumbents have yet declared whether they will run again,

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and nobody has filed to run for one of the seats as of yet. To appear on the ballot, potential candidates need to file the necessary paperwork with the district by Feb. 28. Write-in candidates must file an affidavit by March 3. All candidates must be residents of the district. The board meets in regular session on the second Wednesday evening of

the month, and in study session on the fourth Wednesday. Meetings are held in the Goodson Recreation Center Board Room. SSPRD maintains parks, open space, golf courses and recreation centers throughout the south-metro area. It serves Littleton, Sheridan, Lone Tree, Centennial, Columbine Valley and Bow Mar.

ance as well.” In terms of the letter’s specific promises to CDOT, Noon said city officials plan to send “the exact same message” as Greenwood Village. “I just want to make sure we have a common message coming from the area,” she added. An Environmental Assessment (EA), which began in 2009 and was completed in 2012, took a closer look at potential negative impacts the reconstruction project might have on the area surrounding the busy interchange. The final result of the assessment, Greiman said, was that there would be “no significant impact” to area residents or businesses. Design work on the new interchange is expected to begin early this year. In order to be eligible for the RAMP funding, reconstruction of the interchange must be completed by December 2017.

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“Water Series-Waves” is included in Linda Lowry’s exhibit, “Water, Water Everywhere” at the Lone Tree Arts Center through January. Space for the exhibit is her reward for receiving “Best of Show in the 2013 Lone Tree Art Exhibit. Courtesyp hotos

Tebow, tamales and the Denver Five Denver Five, the select chef lineup created by promoter Leigh Sullivan, has selected a new 2014 crop of talent. “This year I want to celebrate all the women in our community who are truly redefining what it means to be a chef in Denver,” Sullivan said about her selections of the all-women team. The new chefs are innovation chef at Epicurean Catering, Jenna Johansen, of Bravo TV fame; Elise Wiggins, executive chef at Panzano; Carrie Blake, executive chef at Table 6; Aniedra Nichols, executive chef at Elway’s Cherry Creek and Nadine Donovan, pastry chef at Old Major.

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‘Water, Water Everywhere’ opens in Lone Tree By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe @coloradocommunitymedia.com “For the past two years, I have been using reflection in water and mirrors as metaphor. The figures I choose to paint are searching and exploring as I am,” writes Linda Lowry in her artist’s statement for her new solo show at Lone Tree Arts Center. The water is rippling, swirling, dazzling in the sunlight as Lowry records that particular part of her world. Some works exhibited through Jan. 26 are from her “Water Nymphs” series, completed for a 2012 exhibit at Goodwin Gallery in Denver. Those include people and others, more recently created, are just of water in motion and at peace. Lowry’s colors are bright and clear, skillfully layered to give the effect of depth and movement — inviting the viewer to stick a toe in. “The patterns in water encourage a different approach than my paintings of buildings; I like the playfulness of abstraction,” she says. “I like the suggestion of layers in another world below the surface.” According to Lowry, she has been using cameras below the water and on the surface and after her show,

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“Water, Water Everywhere,” paintings and prints by Linda Lowry, runs through Jan. 26 at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. The exhibit can be viewed from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and prior to performances. Admission is free. 720509-1000.

“Water Nymphs,” she began to explore mixed media and printmaking with master printmakers Tony Kirk and Sue Oehme. The exhibit at Lone Tree includes 17 paintings and seven prints. “The Boulder flood this September has inspired another aspect of water imagery: the power and potential destructive nature of water,” her artist statement concludes. “I am in the middle of my first mixed media flood piece inspired by the experience of having my studio flooded. The dualistic nature of water will be the theme of `Water, Water Everywhere.’” While she didn’t lose any artwork in the flood, it did have

“Water Series: Creek” is included in Linda Lowry’s “Water, Water Everywhere” exhibit at Lone Tree Arts Center through January. Space for a show is her reward for receiving the “Best of Show” award in the annual Lone Tree Exhibit in 2013.

a distinct emotional impact, she said, and art enthusiasts can look for that impact to appear in a future exhibit. Lowry, whose work has appeared in numerous solo and group exhibits since the early 1980s, has art in many collections in the US and abroad. She taught in the Arapahoe Community College Art Department for a number of years and said she is scheduled to teach a class in figure drawing at ACC next semester, provided it fills. This show opportunity is an award for her winning “Best of Show” in the 2014 Lone Tree Art Exhibition and Sale in November. Katherine Smith-Warren was juror for the exhibit.

Former Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow was almost on the money with his BCS Championship pick before Monday night’s national title game at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. In his debut as a college football analyst for ESPN, Tebow predicted No. 1 Florida State would beat No. 2 Auburn. Tebow said in the ESPN pre-game show: “Auburn might be a team of destiny, but tonight, Florida State is deeper from top to bottom … I think they win 35-31.” Florida State rallied in the final seconds to win 34-31.

Tamale festival at La Sandia

La Sandia hosts its third annual Tamale Festival through Jan. 31 at its Northfield Stapleton and Park Meadows locations to celebrate the culinary heritage and regional ingredients of Mexico. Chef Richard Sandoval has created a tamale menu to showcase this traditional winter dish. La Sandia’s Tamale Festival menu will include tamales, entrée samples and new cocktails. More information is available at www.richardsandoval.com.

Paint Nite comes to Littleton

Is there an artist in you trying to get out? Paint Nite is coming to local restaurants in the metro area that brings people together for a guided painting session. Upcoming dates: 7 p.m., Jan. 21 at Rox Bar & Grill, 12684 W. Indore Place (Littleton) and 7 p.m., Jan. 23 at The Draft, 9150 W. Cross Drive (Littleton). Seats are limited and event tickets, which include a 16-inch by 20-inch canvas, paints, brushes, a smock and professional instruction, are sold in advance at www.paintnite.com.

Westminster Whole Foods on the move

Bradburn Village, a residential and retail development in Westminster, just announced that a 35,000-square-foot Whole Foods Market is under construction at the site on the southeast corner of Vrain Street and West 120th Avenue. The new store will be a relocation of the current Whole Foods at 92nd and Sheridan. “We are excited about this new opportunity and look forward to becoming even more connected to the city of Westminster,” said Will Paradise, president of Whole Foods Market’s Rocky Mountain Region. “Each of our stores is designed to reflect the unique character of the surrounding community.” Parker continues on Page 13

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‘Music of Space and Time’ comes alive Pianist to play at Littleton United Methodist By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia. com “Live performance is a community activity — something that is important in our modern world,” says pianist David Korevaar on his website. “While I love to record and I appreciate that people listen to what I do in that medium, it means much more to me to gather in one place with a group of people and share music.” That will happen IF YOU GO next week when KoPianist David revaar will perform Korevaar will a solo concert called perform a free “Music of Space and concert, “Music of Time” for an audience Space and Time,” at Littleton United at 7:30 p.m. Jan. Methodist Church, at 24 at Littleton 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24, in a United Methodist return visit to LUMC’s Church, 5894 S. ongoing free Fine Arts Datura St., Littleton. Series, which features Littletonumc.org, individuals and en303-794-6379. sembles throughout

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The Bradburn Village project, which will include roughly 90 townhomes, is being developed by Continuum Partners.

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In Pueblo at Marisol Therapeutics, a marijuana dispensary, Tommy Chong, half of the Cheech and Chong pot-smoking comedy duo. Chong posted on Twitter: “Just finished my 7th J and boy is my mouth dry. This legalization is tough on (an) old stoner.” Chong told the media at the Pueb-

the year. Korevaar, the Peter and Helen Weil Professor of Piano at the University of Colorado-Boulder, is an active soloist and chamber musician in the US, Europe and Asia. He has performed and taught in Kazakhstan and Tajikistan as a US cultural envoy. In the summers, he teaches and performs at the “Music in the Mountains” summer festival in Durango. A Kawai piano artist, he currently lives in Boulder and also has a home in Dallas with his family. He will perform Franz Schubert’s “Sonata in A Major,” as well as Gabriel Faure’s “Seventh Nocturne (1898),” “Fifth Barcarolle” and “Sixth Nocturne (1894),” “Eighth Barcarolle (1906)” and “Theme and Variations (1895),” according to David Kates, LUMC Minister of Music. Korevaar began piano study at the age of 6 with Sherman Storr in San Diego and became a student of American virtuoso Earl Wild at 13. At 20, he earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at Julliard School, continuing with Wild and studying composition with David Diamond. He completed his Doctor of Musical Arts at Julliard with Abbey Simon. He has recorded more than a dozen CDs in works both classical and contemporary and won awards in international piano competitions.

lo dispensary: “This is one small stagger for a stoner and one giant leap for stonerkind” … Famed violinist Itzhak Perlman eating with Denver florist extraordinaire BJ Dyer at Seoul BBQ in Aurora (near my former digs) on Peoria Street. Dyer said on Facebook that Perlman “knew just the right Korean dishes to order for the table. 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.blacktiecolorado.com/pennyparker. She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc.com or at 303-619-5209.

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New theater opens with drama, classes, yoga Actasana inspires world-changing art

IF YOU GO Actasana is located in a strip mall at Holly and Florida in Denver, with a very visible ice blue sign. The address is 1491 S. Holly St., Denver. Check www.Actasana.com for class schedules and/or future play productions. Visit for the first Thursday Laughasana at 8 p.m. Signup begins at 7:30 for those who have material to try out on an audience. Call 720-638-2612.

By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia. com “Your Art Can Change the World” that’s Actasana’s message to all. The new venue, open four months, invites residents of its mid-century modern Virginia Village neighborhood — and others who might be looking for special classes — to get acquainted. The stylish, intimate theater at Florida Avenue and S. Holly Street just completed its first production, “Two for the Seesaw” by William Gibson and has started a variety of winter classes for actors of all ages in public speaking, on-camera audition/ interview techniques and more. Future productions will be announced on the website, www.Actasana.com, perhaps new works as well as those in circulation, such as the mid-century Gibson play. Acting is taught with the Meisner Technique, which Lea Marlene — the artistic director and founder — studied in depth in Hollywood. It includes two weekly three-hour classes involving repetition,

The inviting interior of the new Actasana neighborhood theater awaits audiences and drama students. Courtesy photo independent activities, emotional preparation and scene work. The website also offers a video about the Meisner Technique. On the first Thursdays of the month, one will find Laughasana, an open mic

night for five-minute comedy acts, which could lead to being booked for a fulllength show. Those are also welcome to just sit and be entertained. Marlene, a Colorado native and CSU graduate, has produced and wrote many

successful shows. She developed a standup comedy act, producing, hosting and performing in numerous comedy venues. Comedy workshops are in the theater’s future plans, following one with Comedy Central’s Bret Ernst in late August. Yoga has been an important element in Marlene’s life and she teaches it at Actasana as well as other Denver studios. The acting program incorporates yoga into all classes, making it different from other acting studios. Co-Founder is David Lauer, whose experience in the film industry will contribute to the theater’s class schedule. His impressive visual effects credits are listed on the Actasana website. He also has a business as architectural photographer and his work was exhibited in the theater’s surrounding gallery when we visited.

Artists pick masters as mentors Bellows, Van Gogh, O’Keefe, Adams… By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com Step inside the front door at Depot Art Gallery and Fred Bickle’s Best of Show painting is just to your left. Along with it comes a bit of information about the master he chose as an influence in the Littleton Fine Arts Guilds annual “Masters as Mentors” exhibit, which runs through Feb. 16. The painting’s technically excellent work and strong composition spoke to juror Pat Rucker, a Denver artist, whose abstract painting hangs just to the left of the winner. Each Littleton Fine Arts Guild member who entered chose one or more master artists as influences. While a few tried to copy works, as art students did in earlier years, most simply took an idea or style and worked with it. Each work includes a statement and a photo of the image that triggered the new piece, providing a mini-

art history lesson. For instance, “Winter Morning Bike Ride” was inspired by the style of George Wesley Bellows (1882-1925), a member of New York’s famed Ashcan School and a student of teacher Robert Henri. Henri taught at the Chicago Art Institute and influenced many other young artists of his day. Photographer Peggy Dietz won a firstplace ribbon with her “Evening Walkers in Laramie,” suggested by Louis Anquetin’s mellow “Avenue de Clichey ”(1887). Second-place winner Cele Bergstrom created an imitation of John Singer Sargent’s “Daughters of Edward D. Boit.” Photographer Steve Johnson selected Painter Andrew Wyeth’s open landscapes as inspiration for his “Get Gas.” The Guild is currently accepting applications from artists for membership, which involves submitting examples of one’s work to a jurying committee. Call or stop by for more information. Membership involves some volunteer time hosting the depot’s open hours, as well as exhibition opportunities in the ongoing themed shows.

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“Winter Morning Bike Ride” by Littleton Fine Arts Guild member Fred Bickle, inspired by George Wesley Bellows is “Best of Show” in the Masters as Mentors exhibit at the Depot Art Center in Littleton. Photo by Peggy Dietz

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“Masters as Mentors” is exhibited at the Depot Art Gallery through Feb. 16. The gallery, at 2069 W. Powers Ave., Littleton, is housed in the former Santa Fe Railroad Depot, est. 1881, which once

served Littleton’s needs for passenger and freight service. Hours for the member-operated gallery: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. 303-795-0781.

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Western swing and Gypsy Jazz on order The Austin-based trio, Hot Club of Cowtown, will warm up a cool Jan. 31 evening at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree, with a concert at 8 p.m. The trio will play its unique mix of traditional western music and mid-century gypsy jazz. Guitarist Whit Smith, fiddler Elana James and bassist Jake Erwin perform internationally and have opened for the likes of Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan. Tickets start at $26 and can be purchased at www. LoneTreeArtsCenter.org or by calling 720509-1000. Also coming to LTAC: A Passport to Culture event. Celebrate the Chinese New Year on Jan. 19 with the Colorado Asian Heritage Cultural Center. Tickets: $5. Event Hall.

Dames of Downton

“Dames of Downton” will be hosted by Douglas County Libraries from 2 to 5 p.m. Jan. 26 at the Highlands Ranch Mansion, 9900 Ranch Rd. in Highlands Ranch. Explore the mansion, while listening to Jessica Fellowes, niece of series creator Julian Fellowes speak on “Women of Downton, Women of Today.” Book sale, tea, light hors d’ ouevres and cocktails. Tickets: $25, www. douglascountylibraries.org.

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rado Gallery of the Arts, 5900 Santa Fe Dr. in Littleton, will host its first Littleton Public Schools District Arts Show from Jan. 22 to Feb 12. There will be a closing reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 12, which will include a tour of ACC art and Design Department facilities at 6 p.m. (meet in the gallery). Options High School art teacher Anna Spillen is coordinator. Gallery hours: noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9.

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Ducks and more…

Photographer John Fielder will give an illustrated talk about the Denver Mountain Parks at 7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. His lecture will cover the 100-year history of this unique collection of mountain parks. He will have copies of his book about the parks available for sale and sign-

Hot Club of Cowtown will perform a mix of traditional western music and mid-century Gypsy Jazz at Lone Tree Arts Center on Jan. 31. Courtesy photo

“Birding in the Gardens: Winter Duck Walk” with Master Birder Tom Bush at Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton. Time: 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 25. Meet the varieties of ducks that winter on the South Platte River and nearby, plus other winter visitors. Bring binoculars and snacks. No prior birding experience needed. Register in advance: $8 member/$10

non-member. Space is limited. 303-797-8565 ext. 306, www.shop.hudsongardens.org.

Books, books, books The Sizzlin’ Smoky Book Sale runs Jan. 23-25 at Smoky Hill Library, a branch of the Arapahoe Library District, 5430 S. Biscay Circle, Centennial. The Friends of the Arapahoe Library District raises funds to support special programs and projects via this sale. In 2013, $150,000 was raised.

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Reality show contestant lives the dream Highlands Ranch chef to appear on ‘Cutthroat Kitchen’ By Chris Michlewicz

cmichlewicz @coloradocommunitymedia.com Leah Eveleigh shares a common philosophy with the most successful people in the world: improvement should be constant. No matter that her office is actually a kitchen; the idea holds true anywhere. Perhaps that’s why the producers of the Food Network reality television show “Cutthroat Kitchen,” which pits four chef-contestants against one another in a cook-off, recently tapped Eveleigh, a Highlands Ranch resident. The mother of two has made quite a name for herself in the Denver area through her company, Tropical Grill Catering, which serves up Filipino- and Hawaiian-influenced delicacies at places like the Dragon Boat Festival and Taste of Colorado. She caters luaus, weddings, birthday parties and other special events. Although she’s in a kitchen setting, being in front of television cameras and whipping up a dish that will be judged — sometimes harshly — in front of millions is a different ballgame. Eveleigh cannot divulge any details before her episode airs at 8 p.m. Jan. 19 on the Food Network, but she is eager to share her experience with friends and relatives during a watch party at Street Kitchen

Highlands Ranch resident Leah Eveleigh will appear on ‘Cutthroat Kitchen,’ a reality TV show on the Food Network that pits four chefs against one another in a cook-off. Eveleigh’s episode airs at 8 p.m. Jan. 19. Courtesy photo Asian Bistro in Englewood. Eveleigh has been busy reaping the rewards for her hard work and “constant improvement” mantra and is finally getting recognition for succeeding at something for which she is truly passionate. “To be chosen to be a contestant, that’s huge for me,” she said. “It’s my dream come true.”

The recognition, she hopes, will help her launch her own company, Chef Leah’s Kitchen. Eveleigh plans to market herself as a private chef who will also appear at cooking demonstrations. Of course, she will continue to cater. Eveleigh has also spent several years compiling her recipes into a cookbook. Devoted followers seek her out every year

at festivals, and Eveleigh gets immense satisfaction while watching people enjoy her food. “It’s my reputation I’m putting out there,” she says. “I try to make it better every time.” Eveleigh, who grew up on a remote island in the Phillipines, learned how to cook at a young age. Her mother taught her everything she knows. The family earned money by selling its goods at the local market. The influence on her cooking today is obvious. Eveleigh is known for her banana lumpia, her take on a popular Filipino dessert. She puts banana in an egg roll wrap, fries it to a crisp, then drizzles it with chocolate or caramel or strawberry sauce. Powdered sugar is sprinkled on top for good measure. Eveleigh likely was more prepared for the judges than the other contestants on “Cutthroat Kitchen.” She has a few “very honest” critics at home: her boys, ages 12 and 14. “I do listen to them,” she says, before adding: “They’re so spoiled.” It’s those critics that Eveleigh, who just turned 50, most wants to impress. She hopes that they are learning by example that life goals can be achieved at any age. “I want to inspire my kids by doing something positive and going after my dream,” Eveleigh said. Her website, www.leaheveleigh.com, will launch immediately after the episode of “Cutthroat Kitchen” airs Jan. 19.

Marc and Stacy Dak’s new Lone Tree restaurant Arch Pizza features St. Louis style pizza. Photo by Jane Reuter

Pizzeria brings taste of St. Louis to Lone Tree Arch Pizza offers signature thin-crust style at its second location By Jane Reuter

jreuter@coloradocommunitymedia.com Marc and Stacy Dak call it St. Louis’ little secret, one they want everyone in Colorado to know. The Centennial residents recently opened Arch Pizza in Lone Tree, which features St. Louis-style pies. Characterized by a thin crust and a blended provolone/Swiss and cheddar cheese known as provel, the pizza is cut into squares instead of slices. It’s a distinctive style Missourians know and Coloradans are discovering, said the Daks, who opened their first store last fall in Denver. “What makes it unique is the provel cheese, the tangier, smoky, sweeter sauce and our cracker-thin crust,” said Stacy Dak, whose family hails from St. Louis. “I grew up always going back and having it. I loved it. It’s one of those childhood memories.” The thin crust means it’s also less filling. “It’s one of those pizzas you can eat a little more of than normal because they are smaller,” Marc Dak said. “There’s a lot less crust, so I don’t feel bloated and full after eating. And it brings out the flavor of the

ingredients and toppings.” Stacy’s brother, Matt Liess, and her husband decided to introduce the Midwestern specialty to Colorado. Missouri transplants immediately were grateful. “When we opened our first store, the turnout from St. Louis natives was tremendous,” Stacy Dak said. Ed and Margie Imo first introduced the style in 1964 when they opened a pizza parlor in St. Louis. Imo’s now is a 90-restaurant chain that has inspired others, including the Daks. The Lone Tree Arch Pizza is in the Meadows Shopping Center on Maximus Drive west of Yosemite Street, in a space previously occupied by Rocky Mountain Pie. The Daks redesigned the interior, adding a faux brick wall and arch. “We’ve had a warm welcome from the community,” Stacy Dak said. “We kind of want to be that local pizza place.” Other unique offerings include toasted ravioli, deep-fried provel cheese bites and toasted banana bites. Arch Pizza is open seven days a week and delivers within a five-mile radius of its Lone Tree site. The Daks plan soon to open restaurants in Englewood, Thornton and southeast Denver, and say they have an aggressive business plan that eventually includes restaurants in Castle Rock, Monument, Colorado Springs and Boulder among other communities.

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The first customers at Larkburger, located at University Boulevard and Dry Creek Road, stopped by for the Jan. 12 soft opening. It opened to the general public Jan. 13. Photo by Jane Reuter

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EDitor’s notE: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis. JAn. 21

FiELDEr ProgrAM Nature photographer John Fielder will show slides and talk about his latest book, “Denver Mountain Parks” at 7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. The multimedia slide show celebrates 100 years of Denver mountain parks, including Red Rocks, Genessee, Summit Lake, and more. Copies of his book will be available for sale. Call 303-795-3961. JAn. 21, Feb. 10, Feb. 25 tEEn ADDiCtion Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network presents “Protecting Your Teen from Addiction” from noon to 1:30 p.m. Jan. 21 (event code: admhn12114) and from 5-6:30 p.m. Feb. 25 (event code: admhn22514) at the Southglenn Library, Room A, 6972 S. Vine St., Centennial; and from 6-7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 (event code: admhn210) at the network’s Castle Rock office, 831 S. Perry St., Suite 100. In this class, you will learn about trends in substance abuse in our community, how to talk about drugs and alcohol, signs of substance abuse in teens, prevention and early intervention, effects of substances on the brain and brain development, and shifts in views on marijuana use and legalization. Use the event code listed to

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JAn. 22, JAn. 29 nutrition CLAss. Free Heart Health nutrition classes and cooking demonstrations are offered from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Jan. 22 (Foods that Fight Depression); Jan. 29 (OMG! OMG!) at the South Denver Heart Center, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Join Richard Collins, M.D., “The Cooking Cardiologist,” along with Susan Buckley, RD, CDE, as they share their expertise on Heart Healthy nutrition and cooking solutions. For more information or to register, call 303-744-1065, www.southdenver.com. JAn. 26

to highlight the resources, information and education from community-based and health organizations supporting better access and care coordination for all in our community. The event will start with a presentation highlighting recent research on the underserved in Arapahoe and Douglas counties, including the most pressing health issues for the south metro area. This presentation will set the stage for organizations to provide short five-minute presentations regarding their services and how they are working to meet the challenges discussed in the report. Light snacks and refreshments will be available. Registration is free and attendees can sign up at www.smhaco.org, or by calling Traci Jones on 303-793-9615 or emailing traci@ smhaco.org.

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BLooD DrivE Columbine Library community blood drive is from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 29 inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 7706 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org.

CArt EvEnt The South Metro Health Alliance presents a Community Accessing Resources Together event from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 27 in the large meeting room located on the lower level at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. The event is titled “Connecting the Dots … Working Together for Our Community’s Needs.” This CART convening is a free community event

Art ExhiBit The Paint Box Guild of Littleton will have an exhibit from Jan. 9 to Feb. 28 at Highlands Ranch Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd. Media included are oil, watercolor, pastel and mixed. Library hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

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curtain time

“The Mousetrap” by Agatha Christie is a classic mystery playing at the Arvada Center’s Black Box Theatre Jan. 28 to Feb. 23, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Directed by Pat Payne. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 1 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets start at $38, 720-898-7200, www.arvadacenter.org.

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the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave. in Parker. Directed by Ben Dicke and produced by Starkey Productions, flying and other special effects are promised. Tickets cost $16 to $25 (20 percent off for children), visit www.PACECenteronline. com, call 303-805-6800.

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“The Eclipse of Lawry” by local playwright Gwylym Cano, directed by Phil Luna, plays through Feb. 8 at Spark Theater, 985 Santa Fe Dr., Denver Arts District. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thurs-

days, Fridays, Saturdays (no show Feb. 7). Tickets: $15-$20, www.sparktheater. org , 720-346-7396.

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“Les Miserables in Concert” is presented through Feb. 2 by The Curtain Playhouse Theatre Cooperative, 3401 W. 29th Ave., Denver Highlands. Musical direction is by Ivan Barney. Tickets: $18$21. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays; 6:30 p.m. Sunday Jan. 26; 2 p.m. Sunday Feb. 2. Tickets: www. thecurtainplayhouse.com.

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Apply for LPD Citizen Academy by March 1 Learn about ins and outs of police department Staff report Those interested in finding out what goes on inside the police department or why and how the police do what they do should consider signing up for the free Littleton Police Department’s Citizen Academy. The spring 2014 session starts on

March 6 and runs 11 weeks. It meets every Thursday night from 6 until 9:30, and dinner and beverages are served. “Sometimes we go past 9:30, because the participants are having such a good time they don’t want to go home,” says academy coordinator Cmdr. Trent Cooper. The classes are different every week and cover topics ranging from gangs and drugs to traffic stops to crimescene investigation and everything in between.

They are taught by various members of the police department, so participants get to meet a variety of officers. Part of the curriculum also involves going on ride-alongs with officers during their regular patrol shifts, then discussing the experience with other classmates. The application deadline is March 1. For more information or to apply, call Cooper at 303-795-3848. \The application is also on the city’s website, www. littletongov.org.

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Littleton girls keep streak alive Lions top Gateway, Denver North as action resumes By Tom Munds

tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia. com The Lions got in trouble early, but shifted into high gear in the second half, erasing a Gateway lead, before cruising to a 57-40 win Jan. 7 in girls basketball action. “The rust from the vacation layoff showed early plus Gateway had an amazing first half,” Littleton coach Adam Williams said after the game, explaining the early deficit. “But this team has a lot of confidence, we staged another comeback and got the win.” The victory raised the Lions overall record to 8-1, keeping them perfect since losing the season opener to Bear Creek. Littleton had a few days to savor the win before making it nine straight with a 66-28 win Jan. 11 at Denver North. The Lions resumed action Jan. 14 against Northglenn (after deadline) and will open the league season on the road Jan. 17 at Legend. Against Gateway, the Lions got ahead early but the Olympians stormed back with some accurate outside shooting to lead 1611 at the end of the first quarter. Gateway balanced their attack inside and out in the second to lead 28-22 at the half. Littleton returned after halftime and mounted full-court defensive pressure. The pressure caused turnovers and the Lions converted those turnovers into six quick points to tie the score at 28 two minutes into the third quarter. The Lions scored the next five as well to go up for good at 33-28. Good ball control and shot selection plus free-throw accuracy enabled Littleton to build on the lead and run away. Senior Sarah Fee paced the Littleton attack with 16 points, which included hitting 6-of-7 from the free-throw line. Stacey Zuppa and Laura Puchino each scored 11 points for the Lions, while Zuppa was the rebounding leader with eight and Puchino lead the team in steals with four. Fee said after the game that basketball was her sport although she also plays ultimate Frisbee. “I started playing basketball in junior high school and, when I came to Littleton High School, I fell in love the program, the coaches and my teammates so I stayed with it,” Fee said after the game. “I can

Littleton’s Sarah Fee (21) drives past a Gateway defender to the hoop during the Jan. 8 non-league basketball game. Fee paced the Lions’ attack with 15 points, helping her team win the game, 57-40. Photos by Tom Munds shoot outside but I think I am best when I drive the lane because we work well together as a team.” The senior said the team’s 8-1 record so far this season has been a confidence builder for the Lions. “I think we are playing well and it builds our confidence to get off to a good start on the season like this,” she said. “We are working to improve and getting the wins helps us get ready for the challenges we face when league play starts.” Littleton coach Adam Williams has seen steady improvement in his four years with the program. “We have been working hard since I got here and we have gotten better each season,” he said. “This year, I wasn’t sure how

this time would shape up. This is a different team than we have had in the past. I didn’t know how they would do in competition but they are really surprising me with how well they are playing.” He said the team guts it out, they are confident and they go out and win games. “I think our team strength is our defense,” he said. “The girls go out and put non-stop pressure on the opponent all over the court. The confidence is there all the time. We came back strong in the second half tonight but this is the fourth or fifth time we have been behind at the half then came back to win the game. I am at the point that I have so much confidence in these kids that I never doubt we will stage a comeback and win the game.”

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Bruins post win over Heritage on mats Cherry Creek veterans outscore young Eagles By Tom Munds

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Cherry Creek’s Mitch Finesilver works to put Heritage’s Andrew Whitner on his back during a 126-pound match aJan. 10. Finesilver scored a pin to help Cherry Creek win the dual 58-18. Photo by Tom Munds

The mat experience of Cherry Creek’s wrestlers tipped the scales significantly in their favor on Jan. 10 as the Bruins posted a 58-18 dual-match win over Heritage. “We have eight seniors in the lineup and we have been working with about all our wrestlers since they joined our youth program as 11- or 12-year-olds,” Bruins coach Mike Luhring said before the match. “The wrestling experience of our varsity starters makes us strong up and down the lineup. I feel it shows that our youth wrestling program is helping make us a solid team at the varsity and junior varsity level.” Heritage coach Ray Barron agreed. “Cherry Creek is strong. They had solid senior leadership and some of their athletes have been wrestling for eight years or more,”

he said after the match. “The four Finesilver VAL brothers brought their intensity to the program and it has spread to the entire team.” Girl The Bruins next mat action was at home Jan. 16 against Arapahoe and on Jan. 17-18 Valor Cherry Creek will travel to the Arvada West Tournament. The next dual match at home is Jan. 23 against Eaglecrest and Jan. 24-25, the Bruins will compete in the Centaurus Invitational Tournament. Heritage faces a series of road dates starting with the Jan. 16 trip to Ponderosa. On Jan. 18, the Eagles will compete in the Alameda Tournament and on Jan. 23, travel to Castle View. The next home date for Heritage is the Jan. 30 dual meet against Rock Canyon. A sizable crowd turned out for the Jan. 10 Heritage-Cherry Creek dual match. The score, 58-18, does not reflect the determined effort a Heritage wrestler put into every match nor how the Bruin wrestlers’ mat experience tipped the scales in their favor at most weight divisions. Bruins continues on Page 19

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Cherry Creek wrestlers Mason Harms (170) and Hunter Pasternack (182) put the Bruins ahead in team scores with back-toback pins in the first two matches of the contest. That led up to the 195-pound match between Eagle Austin Atwell and Bruin Matt Goettelman that was probably one of the most exciting clashes of the night. Each wrestler got one point for an escape through the regular match time of three two-minute periods.

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Much of the governor’s speech focused on the state’s improving economic numbers. Hickenlooper said the state has experienced a significant rebound in job numbers since 2010, when Colorado was ranked 40th in the nation in job growth. Now, the state ranks fourth in that category, has added 170,000 jobs over the last few years, and has seen its unemployment rate drop from 9 percent in 2010, to its current rate of 6.5 percent. “But let’s be clear,” the governor cautioned, “the unemployment rate is not low enough, and all of us share a commitment to keep a statewide focus on this issue.” The state’s improving economy has also allowed lawmakers to work with more budget reserves than it had in recent years, which Hickenlooper said has been impor-

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hiccup in it, but I don’t know what it’s going to look like in 20 years. I think my children and my grandchildren will see a very beautiful Chatfield.” The statewide Water Supply Initiative estimates Colorado will need between

The match went into overtime. The wrestlers were on their feet for 30 seconds and then each wrestler had the upper position for a one-minute period. That ended in a 2-2 tie. The wrestlers then began another 30-second period with Atwell in the upper position but that ended when Goettelman scored a point and won the match. Jared Todd (145) got three team points for his 8-0 win, 220-pounder Curtis Bridges got six points for pinning his opponent and Eagle heavyweight Ryan White posted the other six points for his team as he won by forfeit. Cherry Creek got six points each from pins by the Finesilvers. Sophomores Josh (106) and Matt (113) are twins as are seniors Mitch (126) and Zack (138). Other Cherry Creek match winners included

Khokumdar Akhmedov (120), A.J. Curtis (132), Ryan Robb (152) and Zack Miklin (160) who trailed his opponent Jason Forsythe 10-4 before the Bruin wrestler scored six team points by pinning the Eagle wrestler. Mitch Finesilver, who won a state championship at 120 pounds last year, said he and his brothers started wrestling when they were little kids. “We all started wrestling with the youth team,” he said. “We all like wrestling a lot. My brothers and I wrestle a lot at home. Sometimes it gets a little competitive and rough.” He said he feels strong and feels he is wrestling well. He said he will continue to work to get stronger and improve his wres-

tling techniques through the rest of the regular season in order to do well at regionals and go back to the state tournament. Heritage sophomore Jared Todd’s win over Bruin Jerrad Long raised the Eagle 145-pounder’s record to 19-1, the best record on the team. “Wrestling is sort of a family tradition. My older brothers were wrestlers and I decided to continue the tradition,” Todd said after the match. “Having brothers with wrestlers is a plus because we go to the gym almost every day to wrestle.” He said 145 is the weight where he wants to be. He also said he feels his biggest asset as a wrestler is his love of the sport and the fact he doesn’t want to stop until he gets better.

tant when natural disasters have struck. “The single most critical factor in Colorado being able to stay open for business throughout hellfires and high waters has been reserves,” he said. Hickenlooper also talked about new business that lawmakers will attend to this session. They included legislation that seeks to cap college tuition rate hikes and provide more financial aid for students, a part of the speech that received a standing ovation from both sides of the aisle. The governor also talked about other priorities, such as improving technology to reduce wait times at Department of Motor Vehicles offices; expanding Internet access across rural areas; and extending job-creation tax credits for businesses. The governor — who is up for re-election in November — stayed away from controversy. His only mention of last year’s gun-law saga came in a way that addressed the mental health aspect of gun tragedies, while touting recent laws that created more mental health services.

On oil and gas industry regulations, Hickenlooper said it’s important to recognize that oil and gas companies contribute billions of dollars to the state economy. At the same time, industry leaders should “recognize their moral and legal obligation to protect our air and water.” Democrats praised Hickenlooper’s speech. “I was very impressed with the collaborative nature of the visionary and positive message,” said Rep. Sue Schafer, D-Wheat Ridge. “The theme of his speech was really about recovery.” Rep. Cheri Gerou, an Evergreen Republican who is known to cross the aisle on certain issues, said the governor’s speech was well-received. “The governor was able brag about his accomplishments and he should,” she said. “And the economy is recovering. Granted, we’ll never have enough money for all of our issues, but we’re making headway.” But other Republicans said it’s convenient for Hickenlooper to talk about unity

without referencing the polarizing bills that he signed into law last year. “What was negative here last year was how things were handled,” said Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman, R-Colorado Springs. “The record was negative and the people said no. You can’t run from that.” Rep. Polly Lawrence, R-Douglas County, pointed out that the governor made no mention of measures that will be taken up again this year, such as repeal efforts on gun bills, renewable energy mandates for rural communities, and same-day voter registration. “We’re not looking to repeal everything that was passed last year, but there are corrections that need to be made,” Lawrence said. But Rep. Joe Salazar, D-Thornton, said that is yesterday’s news. “Last session was last session,” he said. “We’re looking forward. The governor highlighted the key things we need to do to bring us together, and that’s what we need to do.”

600,000 and 1 million acre-feet annually of additional municipal and industrial water by the year 2050. “There is also a strong need for additional water supplies for the agricultural community in the South Platte Basin, as thousands of acres of previously irrigated land has not been farmed in recent years due to widespread irrigation well curtailments,” reads a Corps press release. The final report outlined three other options but concludes this is the least costly and has the most local support. It

says this option would provide $8.42 million annually in economic benefits, while acknowledging there could be adverse effects on recreation and the environment that will be “mitigated to the most sustainable alternative to below a level of significance.” Communities downstream from the dam have expressed concern that the changes will negatively impact the South Platte River as it runs through them, and the Corps acknowledges those flows are a key uncertainty.

“While mitigation and modification plans have been developed … in coordination with resource agencies, there is still a level of concern that implementing a reallocation could lead to a somewhat different condition for which environmental mitigation or recreational facility modification has not been designed appropriately,” reads the study. It says the water providers are working closely with resource agencies on projects that could pick up where the mitigation efforts leave off.

Prep sports Scoreboard HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL Wrestling Heritage 18, Cherry Creek 58 Jared Todd (145), Austin Atwell (195), Jimmy Pallotto (220) and Ryan White (285) were the victors for Heritage. Heritage wrestled well against one of the top teams in the state with a bunch of highly ranked individuals.

Valor Christian scored 25 points in the first quarter, and held Pueblo to just two points, in route to a 57-24 win over Pueblo. Junior Caroline Bryan scored 19 points and junior Kendall Bradbury scored 17. Bryan came away with five rebounds and six steals.

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January 16, 2014

Horse show draws quite the crowd Franktown trainers among hundreds at quarter horse event By Tom Munds

tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com In the stalls and aisles of the paddock, trainers and owners smoothed out saddle blankets and tightened cinches preparing to take part in the final sessions of the Pre Denver Quarter Horse Show at the National Western Stock Show Events Center. “I have been coming to this show for a lot of years,” Douglas County trainer Devin Warren said of the show that precedes the National Western. “I come here to show horses and also to coach and train non-professional horse owners so they can show their horses.” Warren is well known in horse circles as the trainer of world champions. At the Jan. 9 event, he rode a quarter horse around the exercise ring before turning the animal over to its owner Gina Ratcliff. But first he adjusted the stirrups to fit the new rider and did some last-minute coaching before horse and rider moved out into the ring. “This is just one of about 80 horses we have here for the show,” the owner of Warren Performance Horses on Highway 83 said. “We have an excellent team that trains horses and who are available to coach the owners on show techniques. I guess training the horse and coaching the owner really go together as the result of how well we did comes when we see how much better horse and rider are in the show ring.” Warren grew up in Woodland Park and around horses and participated in 4H to learn more about livestock, particularly horses. “Of course, we work with a variety of breeds,” he said. “For example, we have

Trainer Devin Warren adjusts the saddle to fit horse owner Gina Ratcliff. Warren, owner of Franktown’s Warren Performance Horses, had about 80 horses at the Jan. 5-9 Pre Denver Quarter Horse Show that precedes the National Western Stock Show. Photo by Tom Munds horses here for the quarter horse show and, when it ends, we’ll move them out and be here with paint horses when the National Western Stock Show gets into full swing.” Warren and his horses were in the National Western Stock Show Events Center

area. The area includes the ring the public sees and behind that area is the extensive barn and paddock area. The aisles are lined with horse stalls. Some owners have just a single stall, while others like Warren need a group of adjacent stalls, making for a temporary home

for their horses. Just a short distance from Warren’s stalls were a group of eight stalls occupied by Franktown’s Mcdowall Quarter Horse. Kiwi, a horse owned by Renee Howes of Arizona was one of those trained by Mcdowall. “I came down today to take my horse Kiwi for a walk to give him a little exercise since most of the trainers are off today and we aren’t showing today,” Howes said. “The people at Mcdowall coached me and I entered Kiwi in several judging events. We did pretty well, which earns us points to help us qualify for the national show that will be held later this year in Amarillo, Texas.” As the quarter horse show wraps up, the animals will move out of the stalls to make room for the other horse breeds coming in for shows, sales and special events during the National Western Stock Show that officially opened two days later on Jan. 11. The National Western is called the Super Bowl of Livestock Shows and runs through Jan. 26. During the 16-day run there are judging competitions and sales for horses, cattle, sheep, swine, goats, llamas, bison, yaks poultry and rabbits. Since space is fairly limited, animals are constantly moving in and out of the complex so that more than 15,000 head of livestock can take part in the judging competitions and sales. The National Western Stock Show’s daily schedule includes a variety of livestock event but there are also listing for other activities including rodeos and entertainment. The National Western also is Colorado’s largest trade show with hundreds of vendors displaying their merchandise. The variety of events and activities attract spectators and last year, more than 628,000 people went through the turnstiles. For a schedule and other information on the event, go to www.nationalwestern. com.

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January 16, 2014

Base bears Englewood High grad’s name Military named base in 1942 after Lt. Edward Peterson By Tom Munds

tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com Numerous Englewood High School graduates went into military service during World War II but only 1935 EHS graduate Lt. Edward J. Peterson has a base and museum in Colorado Springs bearing his name. Jeff Nash, assistant director of the Peterson Air and Space Museum, said Peterson —who died in a crash at the base in 1942 — was the first Colorado man to lose his life in the line of duty at the Colorado Springs Army Air Base, hence the base being named for him. Englewood Mayor Randy Penn, a 1968 EHS graduate, said the fact an Air Force base is named for an Englewood graduate is a pretty big deal. “The Edward J. Peterson story is a heck of a story and I would guess it is something many Englewood residents don’t know,” Penn said. “I didn’t know about Edward Peterson until a presentation about him at the 2013 Veteran’s Day event at EHS.” Nash said Peterson was assigned as a pilot and operations officer of the 14th Photographic Reconnaissance Squadron, stationed at what was then known as the Colorado Springs Army Air Base. “As the squadron operations officer, the lieutenant was also the squadron test pilot,” Nash said. “He took an aircraft up for a test flight after an engine change in August 1942. The plane crashed and caught fire. Lt. Peterson died later that day of injuries he received in the crash.” Peterson was born in Loveland on Nov. 16, 1917. Before moving to the Denver area in 1930, he and his family also lived in Berthoud for a time. They then moved to a house on South Sherman Street in 1931 and Peterson at-

This photo shows the main gate at Peterson Army Air Field in 1943. The base was named for 1935 Englewood High School graduate Edward J. Peterson, who was killed in a crash at the base in 1942. Courtesy photos tended Englewood Junior High School and EHS. An Eagle Scout, he helped spearhead the creation of an Order of DeMolay, an organization for young men sponsored by the Masonic Lodge. According to Nash, Peterson was an athletic and academic standout, receiving all-conference recognition in both football and track for the Pirates before graduating fifth in his class in 1935. After his 1935 graduation from EHS, Peterson continued his education at the University of Denver and earned a bachelor’s degree in education in 1939, before earning his master’s degree in communications in 1940. “About 1939 or 40, Lt. Peterson became interested in aviation,” Nash said. “He enrolled in the Civilian Pilot Training Program at Walt Higley Flight School at the airport located at East 26th Avenue and Oneida

Street in Denver.” Nash explained the CPTP was a government flight-training program designed to create a pool of pilots that could be called on for military service if the United States went to war. “While at flight school, he met and later married Ruth Wallrich, who was also a pilot,” Nash said. “In March 1941, Edward Peterson enlisted in the Aviation Cadet program. When he completed his military pilot training, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant.” He went on to advanced military flight training in 1942 and, upon completion, he was promoted to first lieutenant. When he reported to Colorado Springs, Peterson was flying the F-4 which was the photoreconnaissance version of the P-38 Lightning. He was flying the F-4 when he

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Lt. Edward J. Peterson poses next to one of the reconnisance planes he flew. The 1935 Englewood High School graduate was killed in a 1942 crash at Colorado Springs Army Air Base, which was named in his memory and now is Peterson Air Force Base. crashed and was killed. At Peterson’s wife’s request, the lieutenant was cremated and a P-38 spread his ashes across Colorado. At the time of his death, his wife Ruth was pregnant. She gave birth to a daughter, Vickie Lee, now Vickie Huskey and a resident of Nebraska. The lieutenant’s daughter and his granddaughter visited the base and the museum in 2013 where they viewed the museum’s collection of items related to the lieutenant, including his service dress uniform and identification card. Peterson’s younger brother Maurice also attended Englewood schools before entering the military in 1943, where he trained as a navigator and served with a B-17 squadron in Europe for the remainder of the war.

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Public Trustees Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1504-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 15, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Melissa T Mengel and Robert W. Attleson Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Sierra Pacific Mortgage Company, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: November 15, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 02, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5180795 Original Principal Amount: $148,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $127,289.91 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 2, BLOCK 1, WINDERMERE HOMES, TRAC NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 6519 South Windermere Street, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/12/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 12/19/2013 Last Publication: 1/16/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/15/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 Attorney File # 13-06258 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 1504-2013 First Publication: 12/19/2013 Last Publication: 1/16/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1499-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 15, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): GREGORY S MCKELLIPS Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, HOME123 CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust: December 22, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: January 08, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): B7003452 Original Principal Amount: $105,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $91,396.84 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. 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INEE FOR LENDER, HOME123 CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust: December 22, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: January 08, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): B7003452 Original Principal Amount: $105,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $91,396.84 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. Also known by street and number as: 7440 SOUTH BLACKHAWK STREET, #3104, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

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NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/12/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 12/19/2013 Last Publication: 1/16/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/15/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly L. Decker #32647 Toni M.N. Dale #30580 Medved Dale Decker & Deere, LLC 355 Union Blvd., Suite 302, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 223-7883 Attorney File # 13-914-25335 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 1499-2013 Exhibit A PARCEL I CONDOMINIUM UNIT R-3-104, WINDMILL CREEK AMENDMENT NO.1, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON MAY 10, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2087517, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK RECORDED JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2001524, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO PARCEL II TOGETHER WITH CONDOMINIUM UNIT G-3-F, WINDMILL CREEK AMENDMENT NO.1, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON MAY 10, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2087517, AND AS DEFINED ANO DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK RECORDED JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2001524, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, ALL AMENDMENTS, AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. THE PROPERTY MUST BE OWNED BY EITHER GRANTOR OR AN OWNER OF A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT IN THE PROJECT KNOWN AS WINDMILL CREEK UNDER THE DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK, RECORDED JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B20015424 IN THE REAL PROPERTY RECORDS OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. DURING THE PERIOD OF GRANTEE'S OWNERSHIP OF THE PROPERTY, THE PROPERTY MAY ONLY BE USED BY GRANTEE OR GRANTEE'S GUESTS OR TENANTS IN OCCUPANCY OF THE RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT IN WINDMILL CREEK OWNED BY THE GRANTEE. THE PROPERTY SHALL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO THE ADDITIONAL RESTRICTIONS SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK THE RESTRICTIONS IMPOSED ON THE PROPERTY ARE EXPRESSLY FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE WINDMILL CREEK ASSOCIATION, AND THE ASSOCIATION SHALL HAVE ALL REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO IT AS LAW OR IN EQUITY TO ENFORCE THE RESTRICTIONS Legal Notice NO.: 1499-2013 First Publication: 12/19/2013 Last Publication: 1/16/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1559-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 30, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Howard A Flaum and Christine H Flaum Original Beneficiary(ies): JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust: April 22, 2010 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 11, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number): D0044355 Original Principal Amount: $275,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $232,198.94 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as:

tion and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Howard A Flaum and Christine H Flaum Original Beneficiary(ies): JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust: April 22, 2010 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 11, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number): D0044355 Original Principal Amount: $275,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $232,198.94 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 5653 East Long Place, Centennial, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

Public Trustees

NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/26/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/30/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 Attorney File # 13-07212 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 1559-2013 EXHIBIT A Situate, lying and being in the County of Arapahoe and State of Colorado, described as follows: Lot 10, Homestead Farm Filing No. 5, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Being the same parcel conveyed to Howard A. Flaum and Christine H. Flaum from Robert J. Cornelius and Lincy A. Cornelius, by virtue of a Deed dated 04/14/1998, recorded 04/15/1998, as Instrument No. A8054463 County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Legal Notice NO.: 1559-2013 First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1561-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 30, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Damian Quinn Original B eneficiary(ies): AFFILIATED FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust: January 27, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 18, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5023600 Original Principal Amount: $184,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $160,502.55 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 7, BLOCK 35, WALNUT HILLS, FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7532 East Costilla Avenue, Centennial, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/26/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/30/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for

OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/26/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/30/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 Attorney File # 1068.06495 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

Public Trustees

Legal Notice NO.: 1561-2013 First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1566-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 5, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Anita B Matthews and Neil Thomas Matthews Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for MORTGAGEIT, INC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: September 18, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 26, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number): B6137999 Original Principal Amount: $213,750.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $204,318.46 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 1, BLOCK 32, NOB HILL FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 7302 South Albion Street, Centennial, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/05/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 1/9/2014 Last Publication: 2/6/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/05/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 Attorney File # 9105.06095 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 1566-2013 First Publication: 1/9/2014 Last Publication: 2/6/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Notice To Creditors PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Kendall H. Holm, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30582 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 16, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred. Kevin D. Holm Co-Personal Representative 10062 Macalister Trail

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Kendall H. Holm, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30582 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 16, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

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Kevin D. Holm Co-Personal Representative 10062 Macalister Trail Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80129 Matthew C. Holm Co-Personal Representative 480 Rocky Cliff Circle Elizabeth, Colorado 80107 Legal Notice No: 15788 First Publication: January 16, 2014 Last Publication: January 30, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice Estate of Bohdan S. Wynar, a/k/a Bohdan Stephan Wynar, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30509 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 2, 2014*, or the claims may be forever barred. Person Giving Notice: Taras Wynar 5792 Pomona Drive Arvada, Colorado 80003 Phone: 720-404-9500 Legal Notice No.: 15751 First Publication: January 2, 2014 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of EDWARD F. ROLKA a/k/a EDWARD ROLKA a/k/a EDWARD FRANK ROLKA, Deceased Case Number: 13 PR 30605 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 19, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred. Joseph M. Wojteczko Personal Representative WS Group 5583 S. Prince St. Littleton, CO 80120 Legal Notice No: 15781 First Publication: January 9, 2014 Last Publication: January 23, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Scott Joseph McClelland, Deceased Case Number 13 PR 30580 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 16, 2014, or the claims may be forever barred. Patricia McClelland Connoly Personal Representative 1817 S. Grant Street Denver, CO 80210 Legal Notice No.: 15785 First Publication: January 16, 2014 Last Publication: January 30, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Gloria J. Stevenson, a/k/a Gloria Joy Stevenson, Deceased Case Number 2013PR30653 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 16, 2014, or the claims may be forever barred. Rick Alan Stevenson Personal Representative 8700 Mountain View Lane Littleton, CO 80125 Legal Notice No.: 15789 First Publication: January 16, 2014 Last Publication: January 30, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION PURSUANT TO §15-20-801, C.R.S. Estate of Jennings Daniel Bell, III, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30584 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 16, 2014, or the claims may be forever barred. Person Giving Notice: Carylyn K. Bell a/k/a Carylyn Bell Dooley 2750 E. Cedar Avenue Denver, CO 80209 Phone: 303-282-4800 Legal Notice No.: 15794 First Publication: January 16, 2014 Last Publication: January 30, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Neil E. Rogers, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30456 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 2, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred. Mary A. Rogers Personal Representative 3487 West Alamo Avenue Littleton, Colorado 80123 Legal Notice No: 15750 First Publication: January 2, 2014 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Notice To Creditors PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Deeanna Lavera Wynia, aka Deeanna Wynia, aka Deeanna L. Wynia, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30551 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 2 , 2014 or the claims may be forever barred. Renee Michelle Wynia Personal Representative 3627 Hudson Street Denver, Colorado 80207 Legal Notice No: 15749 First Publication: January 2, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Doris Sorensen, aka Doris E. Sorensen, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30565 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 9 , 2014 or the claims may be forever barred. Margaret Hess Personal Representative 15668 E. Purdue Drive Aurora, Colorado 80013 303-693-6277/Home Legal Notice No: 15774 First Publication: January 9, 2014 Last Publication: January 23, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Vera Globocnik, aka Vera Martelanz Globocnik, aka Vera Martelanc Globocnik, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30440 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 15, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred. James J. Arndt (12144) Atty for the Personal Representative Frie, Arndt & Danborn PC 7400 Wadsworth Blvd., No. 201 Arvada, Colorado 80003 303-420-1234 Marsha H. Dougherty Personal Representative 90 S. Carr Street Lakewood, Colorado 80226 720-301-9444 Legal Notice No: 15775 First Publication: January 2, 2014 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert Roland Roberts, aka Robert R. Roberts, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30562 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado, 7325 S. Potomac, Englewood, Colorado 80112, on or before May 16, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred. /s/ original signature on file in office of Palmer, Goertzel & Associates, P.C. Tamra, A. Palmer Personal Representative 6060 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., No. 200 Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111 303-789-2899 Legal Notice No: 15786 First Publication: January 16, 2014 Last Publication: January 30, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Misc. Private Legals Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112 Telephone: (303) 649-6355 Plaintiff: YOSEMITE COURT CONDOMINIUMS ASSOCIATION Defendants: AMANDA L. MENDENHALL; BART N. MENDENHALL; LEGAL COLLECTION CO LLC; RON BISBEE, JR.; CYNTHIA D. MARES AS ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; SUSAN R. SANDSTROM AS ARAPAHOE COUNTY TREASURER Case Number: 2013CV455 Div.: 308 Attorneys for Plaintiff Wendy E. Weigler, Reg. No. 28419 LANSKY, WEIGLER & PORTER, P.C. 1401 17th Street, Suite 560 Denver, CO 80202 Telephone: (303) 297-1900 Facsimile: (303) 293-8938 E-mail: wweigler@lanskyweigler.com SHERIFF’S COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE, RIGHT TO CURE AND RIGHT TO REDEEM TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise you that the abovecaptioned action is pending. An Order and Decree for Judicial Foreclosure has been entered in this action concerning an assessment lien by the Plaintiff, Yosemite Court Condominiums Association, pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, §38-33.3-316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Yosemite Court Condominiums, Notice of (said) Assessment Lien being recorded on January 6, 2010, at Reception No. D0000933 in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”).

Decree for Judicial Foreclosure has been entered in this action concerning an assessment lien by the Plaintiff, Yosemite Court Condominiums Association, pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, §38-33.3-316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Yosemite Court Condominiums, Notice of (said) Assessment Lien being recorded on January 6, 2010, at Reception No. D0000933 in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”).

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The name, address and telephone number of the attorneys representing the holders of the Assessment Lien being foreclosed are Lansky, Weigler & Porter (contact Wendy E. Weigler, Esq.) 1401 17th Street, Suite 560, Denver, Colorado 80202, telephone number 303-297-1900. The real property which is the subject matter of this litigation, which is the property subject to the Assessment Lien, is situated in Arapahoe County, and is described as follows, to-wit: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 112, YOSEMITE COURT CONDOMINIUMS, TOGETHER WITH THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE PARKING SPACE 10 ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF, RECORDED JULY 8, 1999 AT RECEPTION NO. 9111746 IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDIT I O N S A N D R E S TR IC T IO N S F O R YOSEMITE COURT CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED JULY 8, 1999 AT RECEPTION NO. 9111745, IN SAID RECORDS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO also known as 1180 Yosemite Street, Unit 112, Denver, Colorado 80247 (the “Property”). The Plaintiff named above is the judgment creditor in this action and the lienor of the Property pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, § 38-33.3316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Yosemite Court Condominiums. As of October 8, 2013, the outstanding balance due and owing on such judgment is $12,488.77. I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, for cash, at public auction, all the right, title and interest of the Defendant in said property on February 20, 2014 at 10:00 a.m., at the front steps of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112. BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. CERTIFIED FUNDS ARE PAYABLE TO THE REGISTRY OF THE ARAPAHOE DISTRICT COURT. NOTE: THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 28th day of November, 2013. J. Grayon Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 15664 First Publication: December 26, 2013 Last Publication: January 23, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2013CV701, Division/Courtroom 201 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY HERITAGE VILLAGE ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, v. CYNTHIA I. WAGNER; DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; DARRELL R. WAGNER; LIBERTY ACQUISITIONS SERVICING LLC; SOUTHEAST METRO STORMWATER AUTHORITY; and EIGHT PLUS LLC. Defendant(s). Regarding: Lot 52, Block 2, Heritage Village, Filing No. 5, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; Also known as: 5930 South Glencoe Way, Centennial, CO 80121. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at10:00 A.M., on the 13th day of February, 2013, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3851. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $11,342.72. DATED: December 9, 2013. J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 15710 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Civil Action No. 2013CV030772, Div. 206 Plaintiff, THE ENCLAVE AT DTC CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. v. Defendants, MATTHEW A. ITO; WMC MORTGAGE CORPORATION; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; STATE OF COLORADO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE; SOUTHWEST METRO STORMWATER AUTHORITY; AND OCCUPANT(S) On October 21, 2013, the Arapahoe County District Court issued its Decree of Foreclosure. Original Grantor(s): Matthew A. Ito Original Beneficiary: The Enclave at DTC Condominium Association, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: The

INC.; WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; STATE OF COLORADO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE; SOUTHWEST METRO STORMWATER AUTHORITY; AND OCCUPANT(S) On October 21, 2013, the Arapahoe County District Court issued its Decree of Foreclosure.

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Original Grantor(s): Matthew A. Ito Original Beneficiary: The Enclave at DTC Condominium Association, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: The Enclave at DTC Condominium Association, Inc. Date of Lien: November 9, 2009 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Lien: November 12, 2009 Recording Reception Number: B9123713 Original Amount: $1,329.39 Outstanding Amount: $14,777.84 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the Provisions of the Condominium Declaration for The Enclave at DTC (the “Declaration”) have been violated as follows: Failure to pay common expense assessments as that term is defined in 38-33.3-316 C.R.S., together with all other payments provided for in the Declaration for The Enclave at DTC or by Colorado Statute secured by the Assessment Lien. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN: Unit D, Building 9262, The Enclave at DTC Condominiums, according to the Condominium Map thereof, recorded on May 23, 2002 at Reception No. B2095949, in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, Colorado, and as defined and described in the Condominium Declaration for The Enclave at DTC Condominiums recorded on February 25, 2002 at Reception No. B2036309 in said records, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Also known and numbered as: 9262 E. Arbor Circle #D, Englewood, CO 80111 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Lien, described herein, has filed the Court’s Decree in Foreclosure as provided by law. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on the 13th of February 2014, at the Offices of the Arapahoe County Sheriff, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Assessment Lien, plus attorney fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE** NOTICE OF RIGHTS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-104 SHALL BE FILED WITH THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY SHERIFF AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED SALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS CONTINUED; A NOTICE OF INTENT TO REDEEM FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-302 SHALL BE FILED WITH THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY SHERIFF WITHIN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS FOLLOWING THE SALE. IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 DATE: November 19, 2013 J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff The name, bar registration number, address, and telephone number of the attorney is: Richard W. Johnston, Reg. No. 19823, Tobey & Johnston, P.C., 6855 S. Havana Street #630, Centennial, CO 80112-3813, telephon e number (303) 799-8600. Legal Notice No.: 15672 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS vs. Defendant(s): BEVERLY J. ROBINSON David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 08C301310 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on February 8, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), BEVERLY J. ROBINSON , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect. WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 12th day of September, 2013. /s/ Clerk of the Court Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15715 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2013CV030185, Division/Courtroom 402 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY ALTON PARK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., Plaintiff, v. AVI AHARONIAN, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. and CYNTHIA D. MARES AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s). Regarding: Lot 82, Block 2, Alton Park Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY ALTON PARK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., Plaintiff, v. AVI AHARONIAN, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. and CYNTHIA D. MARES AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s).

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Regarding: Lot 82, Block 2, Alton Park Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; Also known as: 1375 South Alton Court, Denver, CO 80247. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Department of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 27th day of February, 2014, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3845. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT THE TIME OF SALE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $6,817.38. First Publication: January 2, 2014 Last Publication: January 30, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is Brianna L. Schaefer, Esq., No. 34078, HindmanSanchez P.C., 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300, Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310, 303.432.8999. DATED: December 5, 2013 J. Grayson Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado

with this Summons.

23This form should not be used where ser-

vice by publication is desired. WARNING: A VALID SUMMONS MAY BE ISSUED BY A LAWYER AND IT NEED NOT CONTAIN A COURT CASE NUMBER, THE SIGNATURE OF A COURT OFFICER, OR A COURT SEAL. THE PLAINTIFF HAS 14 DAYS FROM THE DATE THIS SUMMONS WAS SERVED ON YOU TO FILE THE CASE WITH THE COURT. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONTACTING THE COURT TO FIND OUT WHETHER THE CASE HAS BEEN FILED AND OBTAIN THE CASE NUMBER. IF THE PLAINTIFF FILES THE CASE WITHIN THIS TIME, THEN YOU MUST RESPOND AS EXPLAINED IN THIS SUMMONS. IF THE PLAINTIFF FILES MORE THAN 14 DAYS AFTER THE DATE THE SUMMONS WAS SERVED ON YOU, THE CASE MAY BE DISMISSED UPON MOTION AND YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO SEEK ATTORNEY’S FEES FROM THE PLAINITFF.

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Legal Notice No.: 15718 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2011CV2233, Division 308 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Tollgate Crossing Metropolitan District No. 2, Plaintiff, v. Manuel Escobedo, et al. Defendant(s). Regarding: LOT 26, BLOCK 3 TOLLGATE CROSSING SUBDIVISION 1st FILING, EX M/R’s COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO ALSO KNOWN AS: 4785 S. EATON PARK WAY, AURORA, CO 80016 TO THE DEFENDANTS, Manuel Escobedo, Carmen Pastrana, Yellow Book Sales Distribution Tollgate Crossing Homeowners Association, Inc., DHI Mortgage Company, Ltd., and Public Trustee of Arapahoe County; Please take notice:

Public Notice

You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 13th day of, February, 2014, at 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy, Centennial, Colorado 80112, phone number (720) 874-3851. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120

**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.**

By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 15712 First Publication: January 2, 2014 Last Publication: January 30, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Plaintiff: UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS vs. Defendant(s): JOHN W. KLUNDT David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 08C301554 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on February 8, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), JOHN W. KLUNDT , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect. WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 12th day of September, 2013. /s/ Tammy L. Herivel Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15716 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112 Plaintiff: SMOKY HILL HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation Defendants: FRANK W. SALMINEN, JR.; GEORGE E. KRIEG, III; KATHERINE A. KRIEG; and CYNTHIA D. MARES the ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE Attorney for Plaintiff TRAVIS B. KEENAN, P.C. Travis B. Keenan, # 41354 Address: 10200 E. Girard Ave., #C255 Denver, CO 80231 Phone Number: (303) 695-6600 Fax: (303) 695-0300 Email: tkeenan@tbkpc.com Case No.: 2013CV31633: Division 4 SUMMONS The People of the State of Colorado To the Defendant named above: You are summoned and required to file with the clerk of this court an answer or other response to the attached Complaint within 21 days after this summons is served on you in the State of Colorado, or within 35 days after this summons is served on you outside the State of Colorado. If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within the applicable time period, judgment by default may be entered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint, without any further notice to you. The following document is also served with this summons: COMPLAINT FOR JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE AND FOR DAMAGES, DISTRICT CIVIL CASE COVER SHEET, and NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF ACTION (LIS PENDENS). Dated this 6th day of November, 2013 Travis B. Keenan, #41354 This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4, C.R.C.P., as amended. A copy of the Complaint must be served with this Summons. This form should not be used where service by publication is desired. WARNING: A VALID SUMMONS MAY BE ISSUED BY A LAWYER AND IT NEED NOT CONTAIN A COURT CASE NUMBER, THE SIGNATURE OF A COURT OFFICER, OR A COURT SEAL. THE PLAINTIFF HAS 14 DAYS FROM THE DATE THIS SUMMONS WAS SERVED ON YOU TO FILE THE CASE WITH THE COURT. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONTACTING THE COURT TO FIND OUT WHETHER THE CASE HAS BEEN FILED AND OBTAIN THE CASE NUM-

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $7,422.49. DATED: December 11, 2013. J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 15723 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Published in: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd, #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: CAVALRY INVESTMENTS, LLC vs. Defendant(s): MASON ADAMS David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 08C302124 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE

has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect. WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 12th day of September, 2013.

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/s/ Tammy L. Herivel Clerk of the Court

Legal Notice No.: 15727 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112 Case Number: 2013-CV-598 Div: 202 Plaintiff: BRANDYCHASE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, a Colorado non-profit corporation Defendants: STEPHANIE D. JONES, et al. Plaintiff’s Attorney: Charlene M. Long Reg #16945 Address: 1660 S. Albion Street #918, Denver, CO 80222 Ph No: 303-488-0267 Fx No: 303-757-3640 E-mail: char@charlenelongatty.com TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise you that the above captioned action is pending. An Order Entering Judgment Against Stephanie D. Jones And For Decree Of Foreclosure has been entered in this action concerning Assessment Lien for the benefit of Brandychase Condominium Association, existing under the Condominium Declaration for Brandychase Condominiums, recorded on October 5, 1978, in Book 2863, Page 143, et seq., of the real estate records in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”). The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the owner of the Assessment Lien are shown above. The real property which is the subject matter of this litigation, which is all of the property currently encumbered by the Assessment Lien described in said Decree of Foreclosure, is situate in Arapahoe County Colorado, and is described as follows: Condominium Unit 104, Building No. 15, Brandychase Condominiums, in accordance with the Declaration recorded on October 6, 1978, in Book 2863, at Page 143, and Condominium Map recorded on October 6, 1978, in Book 36 at Page 4, under Reception No. 1780804, and amendment recorded November 6, 1978 in Map Book 36 at Page 41, under Reception No. 1789714, and amendment recorded January 19, 1979 in Map Book 37 at Page 15, under Reception No. 1812585 of the Arapahoe County Records, together with the exclusive right to use the following limited common elements: Storage Space 15-104, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Also known as: 13393 East Asbury Drive #104, Aurora, CO 80014 The current owner of record for the real property is Stephanie D. Jones. The Plaintiff named-above is the judgment creditor in this action and current owner of the evidence of debt (the judgment entered herein) secured by the property being sold; and as of September 20, 2013, the outstanding balance due and owing was $10,409.65. THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, for cash, at public auction, all the rights, title and interest of the Defendants in said property on March 13 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness, plus attorney fees, the expenses of sale, and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.**

WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on February 8, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE,

Questions regarding the sale should be addressed to the Civil Division, telephone 720-874-3851.

IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), MASON ADAMS , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he has, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 30th day of August, 2013. Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15724 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS vs. Defendant(s): TODD USSEGLIO David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 08C300171 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on February 8, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), TODD USSEGLIO, shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect. WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 12th day of September, 2013. /s/ Tammy L. Herivel Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15727 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent

DATED December 17, 2013. J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado

Legal Notice No.: 15745 First Publication: January 16, 2014 Last Publication: February 13, 2014 Published in: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd, #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Civil Action No. 2013CV030297, Div. 207 Plaintiff, MILL RUN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. v. Defendants, HARRIET V. TAITO, KARAUNA F. TAITO; FREMONT INVESTMENT & LOAN N/K/A LITTON LOAN SERVICING, LP; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK TRUST COMPANY, N.A.; GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC; PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATES COMPANY, INC. N/K/A THE ADVANTAGE GROUP; LIBERTY ACQUISITIONS SEVICING, LLC; ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; AND OCCPANT(S). On December 5, 2013, the Arapahoe County District Court issued its Decree of Foreclosure. Original Grantor(s): Harriet V. Taito and Karauna F. Taito Original Beneficiary: Mill Run Homeowners Association, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Mill Run Homeowners Association, Inc. Date of Lien: November 28, 2007 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Lien: December 3, 2007 Recording Reception Number: B7151746 Original Amount: $872.36 Outstanding Amount: $12,549.85 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the provisions of the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Mill Run Homeowners Association, Inc. (the “Declaration”) have been violated as follows: Failure to pay

Run Homeowners Association, Inc. Date of Lien: November 28, 2007 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Lien: December 3, 2007 Recording Reception Number: B7151746 Original Amount: $872.36 Outstanding Amount: $12,549.85

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Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the provisions of the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Mill Run Homeowners Association, Inc. (the “Declaration”) have been violated as follows: Failure to pay common expense assessments as that term is defined in 38-33.3-316 C.R.S., together with all other payments provided for in the Declaration for Mill Run Homeowners Association, Inc. or by Colorado Statute secured by the Assessment Lien. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN: Lot 2, Block 1, Mill Run Subdivision Filing No. 4, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Also known and numbered as: 4107 South Rifle Way, Aurora, Colorado 80013 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Lien, described herein, has filed the Court’s Decree in Foreclosure as provided by law. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on the 13th of March, 2014, at the Offices of the Arapahoe County Sheriff, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Assessment Lien, plus attorney fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE** First Publication: January 16, 2014 Last Publication: February 13, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at (720) 874-3845. DATE: January 8, 2014 J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff The name, bar registration number, address, and telephone number of the attorney is: Richard W. Johnston, Reg. No. 19823, Tobey & Johnston, P.C., 6855 S. Havana Street #630, Centennial, CO 80112-3813, telephone number (303) 799-8600. Legal Notice No.: 15772 First Publication: January 16, 2014 Last Publication: February 13, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401-6002 Civil Action No. 07DR000908 LAMBERT, RAMONA L. Plaintiff(s), v. LAMBERT, SCOTT K. Defendant(s). NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Sale No. 2013-9117 BY VIRTUE OF a Writ of Execution dated September 27, 2013, resulting from a judgment dated July 29, 2013, in favor of Ramona L. Lambert, Plaintiff, and against Scott K. Lambert, Defendant, which Transcript of Judgment was recorded on August 29, 2013, at Reception No. D3109776 of the real estate records of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to me directed, whereby I am commanded to make, out of the lands, tenements, goods and chattels, owned by the Defendant/Owner, Scott K. Lambert, the sum of Six Thousand, Three Hundred Thirty–Six and 64/100 Dollars ($6,336.64) plus post-judgment interest and costs, resulting from the Jefferson District Court Civil Action No. 07DR-000908. I have levied upon the following real property owned by Scott K. Lambert, to wit: LOT 24, BLOCK 2, SUMMER VALLEY SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. AKA: 3721 SOUTH PITKIN COURT, AURORA, CO 80013. TOGETHER WITH ALL APPURTENANCES, FIXTURES, RENTS, ISSUES, AND PROFITS, WATER, DITCH AND RESERVOIR RIGHTS, HOWEVER EVIDENCED, APPERTAINING THERETO OR USED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THEREFORE, according to said command, I shall expose for sale, at Public Auction, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the above-described real property on February 20, 2014, at 10 O’clock A.M. at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy., Centennial, CO 80112. Telephone 720874-3851. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.** Name, address, telephone number and email address of the attorney representing the owner of the indebtedness and foreclosing lienor: Brown, Berardini & Dunning, P.C., Neal K. Dunning, Reg. No. 10181, 2000 S. Colorado Blvd., Tower Two, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80222, Telephone No. (303) 329-3363, Email: ndunning@bbdfirm.com. Dated this 2nd day January, 2014. J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 15780 First Publication: January 9, 2014 Last Publication: February 6, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice This publishing is to give notice to Hildreth Brandon and Mohammad Z. Aslami, Be it Known that Pursuant to C.R.S. 38-20-116 (2), Sergey Yesayan DBA European Autoworks LTD @ 6061 S. Detroit St. Centennial, CO 80121 is applying for Titile on Vehicle VIN# WAUDH68D31a125667, 2001 Audi.

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Getting a feel for wool Younger family attends

stock show to learn

By Tom Munds

tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia. com While most Jan. 9 activities at the National Western Stock Show focused on setting up for coming events, the Younger family came from Elbert County to the arena to observe the wool judging. The family started with four lambs and now their herd has grown to 13 animals. The sheep grow rapidly and usually by the time they are a year old, they are old enough to be sheared. Mady, 12, said the family began raising sheep at her request. “We have horses and dogs so I thought sheep would be fun as pets,” the girl said. “I like our sheep and soon, I am going into 4H where I can learn more about raising the sheep.” Mady’s older brother Matthew said last year, they hired a man to shear their sheep. “The wool from our sheep is nice and I am using it as I am learning to hand spin the wool into yarn,” Holly Younger said. “We came today to watch the judging and to learn all we can about what it takes to raise sheep that provide prize-winning

wool. … We are raising some registered sheep, we want to win some wool prizes and maybe we can have them sheared and sell the wool to hand spinners.” The wool judging is among a handful of events that got started before the National Western Stock Show officially began Jan. 11. In another part of the National Western complex, owners were moving cattle into the stalls and preparing them to be shown. The hum of clippers and the whine of hairdryers blends in with the mooing of the cattle in the stalls. The cattle judging is done by breeds. On Jan. 9, many owners had Angus cattle in the stalls. When the shows are over for one breed, those cattle are moved out and cattle of another breed take their place. Sean Witherspoon from Delta led one Angus cow to the wash area identified as the “Bovine Beauty Shop.” “We will scrub this cow down then move back to the stall and blow-dry it,” he said. “Then, we will begin to clip and trim it to get ready for the show ring.” The National Western is known as the Super Bowl of Livestock Shows. More than 15,000 animals will pass through the show between Jan. 11 and 26. In addition to the livestock shows and sales, there are special events such as rodeos and horse shows. For more information and a schedule of events, go to www.nationalwestern.com.

The Younger family, left to right, Mady, Holly and Matthew, check out one of the entries in the Jan. 9 wool show at the National Western Stock Show. The Elbert County family didn’t have an entry in the show but, since they are now raising sheep, they came to learn as much as they could about wool. Photo by Tom Munds

Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112 Telephone: (303) 649-6355 Attorneys for Plaintiff: Wendy E. Weigler, Reg. No. 28419 LANSKY, WEIGLER & PORTER, P.C. 1401 17th Street, Suite 560 Denver, CO 80202 Telephone: (303) 297-1900 Facsimile: (303) 293-8938 E-mail: wweigler@lanskyweigler.com

Public Notice This publishing is to give notice to Hildreth Brandon and Mohammad Z. Aslami, Be it Known that Pursuant to C.R.S. 38-20-116 (2), Sergey Yesayan DBA European Autoworks LTD @ 6061 S. Detroit St. Centennial, CO 80121 is applying for Titile on Vehicle VIN# WAUDH68D31a125667, 2001 Audi.

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Legal Notice No.: 15787 First Publication: January 16, 2014 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice

Case Number: 2013CV30521, Div.: 202 Plaintiff: THE COLONY AT LITTLETON OWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendant: LISA M. DEROSA

DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO

SHERIFF’S COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE, RIGHT TO CURE AND RIGHT TO REDEEM D

Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112 Telephone: (303) 649-6355 Attorneys for Plaintiff: Wendy E. Weigler, Reg. No. 28419 LANSKY, WEIGLER & PORTER, P.C. 1401 17th Street, Suite 560 Denver, CO 80202 Telephone: (303) 297-1900 Facsimile: (303) 293-8938 E-mail: wweigler@lanskyweigler.com

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise you that the above-captioned action is pending. An Order and Decree for Judicial Foreclosure has been entered in this action concerning an assessment lien by the Plaintiff, The Colony at Littleton Owners Association, pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, §3833.3-316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Condominium Declaration of Restrictions, Notice of (said) Assessment Lien being recorded on July 17, 2013, at Reception No. D3089859 in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”).

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SHERIFF’S COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE, RIGHT TO CURE AND RIGHT TO REDEEM D

Public Notice

SHERIFF’S COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE, RIGHT TO CURE AND RIGHT TO REDEEM D

DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO

Case Number: 2013CV30521, Div.: 202 Plaintiff: THE COLONY AT LITTLETON OWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendant: LISA M. DEROSA

Public Notice

Case Number: 2013CV30521, Div.: 202 Plaintiff: THE COLONY AT LITTLETON OWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendant: LISA M. DEROSA

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The real property which is the subject matter of this litigation, which is the property subject to the Assessment Lien, is situated in Arapahoe County, and is described as follows, to-wit: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 10B2, FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP OF THE COLONY AT LITTLETON CONDOMINIUMS, AS SET FORTH ON THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 51 AT PAGE 72 THROUGH 76, AS SET FORTH IN CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS RECORDED APRIL 30, 1981 IN BOOK 3405 AT PAGE 396, AND AMENDED DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS RECORDED JULY 13, 1981 IN BOOK 3449 AT PAGE 173, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO

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also known as 531 W. Crestline Circle, Unit 10B2, Littleton, Colorado 80120 (the “Property”). The Plaintiff named above is the judgment creditor in this action and the lienor of the Property pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, § 38-33.3316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Condominium Declaration of Restrictions. As of November 11, 2013, the outstanding balance due and owing on such judgment is $9,542.78.

also known as 531 W. Crestline Circle, Unit 10B2, Littleton, Colorado 80120 (the “Property”).

I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, for cash, at public auction, all the right, title and interest of the Defendant in said property on the 6th of March, 2014 at 10:00 a.m., at Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112. NOTE: THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

The Plaintiff named above is the judgment creditor in this action and the lienor

BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS TO COV-

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BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 7th day of January, 2014 J. Grayson Robinson Sheriff, County of Arapahoe, Colorado BY: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No: 15773 First Publication: January 9, 2014 Last Publication: February 6, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

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