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October 26, 2012 A Colorado Community Media Publication
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Westminster Police chief Lee Birk addresses the news media at a press conference Wednesday after an arrest was made in the Jessica Ridgeway case. Photo by Andy Carpenean
Ridgeway murder suspect arrested Juvenile to face charges in Ridgeway case By Ashley Reimers areimers@ourcoloradonews.com A 17-year-old Westminster boy was arrested Tuesday for the murder of 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway. Austin Sigg, an Arapahoe Community College student, will be charged with two counts of first-degree murder and a second-degree kidnapping charge, among others and was scheduled for his first court appearance today in Jefferson County. During a press conference on Wednesday, Westminster Police Chief Lee Birk
said after working nonstop on the case since her disappearance on Oct. 5, he believes a significant step was made in bringing justice to Ridgeway. “I would like to thank the community for the Sigg thousands of tips they have provided us in this case,” he said. “Those tips have been instrumental in the case. And I would also like to thank the community for the tremendous public outpouring of support.” The Ridgeway family was notified of
The marquee for Chelsea Park in Westminster is covered and surrounded by an outpouring of items from the community as a memorial for Jessica Ridgeway. Photo by Andy Carpenean
the arrest Wednesday morning. Birk said he hopes the arrest can bring some comfort to the family and the community. Investigator Trevor Materasso said Sigg will also be charged for the attempted abduction of a young woman on May 28, who was jogging around Ketner Lake in Westminster. Police confirmed a direct link between the two cases on Monday. According to the arrest report, Sigg lives at 10786 Moore St. in Westminster, about a mile-and-a half from Ridgeway’s home, near West 107th Avenue and Moore Street. Ridgeway was last seen by her mother
around 8:30 a.m. on Oct. 5, walking down the driveway of her home. Her body was found days later in the Pattridge Park Open Space area in Arvada. “Police are blocking access to Sigg’s home and a search warrant has been issued,” Materasso said. Police encourage the community call the tip line with any information that could be connected to the case. Tips can be given to the Westminster Police Department tip center by calling 303-6584336 or by sending an email to PDamberalert@cityofwestminster.us.
Remembering Jessica Faith Bible holds celebration of life By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews. com Jessica Ridgeway is remembered by her family as the light of the room, always smiling and bringing smiles to others. She had a love for animals, music and dancing and her silly personality always kept her friends and family on their toes. The 10-year-old girl’s life was taken too soon after she was abducted on Oct. 5 and killed. Her family, friends and hundreds of people from the community came together on Oct. 16 to celebrate her life at Faith Bible Church in Arvada before news of the arrest of
Austin Reed Cigg. Stories were shared and tears were shed. “Above all, Jessica loved people and she loved animals. Her family describes her as the most joyful part of the room,” said Pastor Rick Long, from Grace Church of Arvada, who led the ceremony. “She loved Disney and cared for everyone around her. She also loved holidays and would always get excited to decorate.” Jessica was born on Jan. 23, 2002. She attended Witt Elementary School in Westminster and she lived with her mom, Sarah Ridgeway. One of her favorite activities was watching her cousins play softball. Every weekend in the summer Jessica would cheer for her cousins and spend time with her friend,
Beverly Sternberg. “We would sit together and watch her cousins play softball,” Sternberg said. “She was one of the happiest little girls I have ever known. She was always doing silly things. It was easy to see how cherished and loved our little baby girl was.” The ceremony also featured a video montage of photos of Jessica as well as musical performances from loved ones. People in the audience wore her favorite color, purple, to remind the community to never forget Jessica.
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October 26, 2012
Beer festival to benefit local Rotary programs By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Members of the Westminster 7:10 Rotary Club are committed to giving back to the community in many ways. Whether it’s through scholarships, book donations or computer donations, the club is busy lending a helping hand. To continue their service to the community, members are sponsoring a Craft Beer Festival to help raise money to support their many service products. The event is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday at the Ranch Country Club, 11887 Tejon St. in Westminster. The festival will feature beers from nine craft breweries including Avery Brewing Company, Grand Lake Brewing Company, Blue Moon Brewing Company, Boulder Beer, New Belgium Brewing, Oskar Blues Brewery, Tommyknocker Brewery and Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. Tickets are $45 person and include tasting of all the beers and food. Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.westminster710rotary.org. All of the money raised will go toward funding next year’s programs. Angela Habben, rotary member, said some of the programs that will
benefit from the festival are the Computer for Kids program, which has donated over 7,000 refurbished computers to children in need, the third grade dictionary program, college scholarships and summer leadership program scholarships. “Anybody who likes beer, this will be a great event,” she said. “It supports the local community. It’s a great time to kick back on a Friday and meet and enjoy other people and leaders in the community.” Other sponsors of the event include Total Beverage, the Ranch Country Club, Valley Bank and Trust, Hanegan Realty and St. Anthony North Health Foundation. Brian Hall with Valley Bank and Trust said as a sponsor it was a slam dunk for the bank. “The bank is very involved in the community. And one of the Rotary programs we participate in is Computer for Kids by donating computers to the program,” he said. “This event will be a lot of fun and will allow people to part of giving back to the community because their dollars will go towards the things the club works on.” For more information on the Craft Beer Festival call Mark Harris at 303-8870003 or Habben at 303-587-5425.
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CORRECTION It was reported in the Oct. 18 Westminster Window that the stormwater free increase will begin in 2013. That is incorrect. The stormwater fee increase of $1 per month will begin in 2014 and continue in 2015 and 2016. The tax mill levy was also reported incorrectly. The current mill levy is at 3.65 and has been since 1992 and has not increased. The newspaper regrets the errors. To report corrections, please call 720-409-4776.
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Lots to taste at regional event
By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com It was a packed house with nearly 3,000 people at the Denver Merchandise Mart during the Metro North Chamber of Commerce Taste of the Chamber event Oct. 17. Food vendors from all over the north metro area shared their foods and beverages, leaving attendees with stuffed bellies.
Kate Kowaleski, event coordinator for Fox and Hound Sports Spirits and Fun, serves an appetizer Wednesday during the 2012 Taste of the Chamber at the Denver Merchandise Mart expo building.
“It’s exciting to have so many people attend because our community continues to support local business year in and year out and that speaks volumes,” said Deborah Obermeyer, president and CEO of the Metro North Chamber of Commerce. “So it is nice to see this event well attended and it keeps growing.” This was the 11th year for the Chamber Taste event. Obermeyer said it was initially started after the 911 tragedy as way to bring the community together and recognize fire, police and emergency workers who so unselfishly serve and protect the community. This year 30 restaurants and 30 businesses sponsored the event. Obermeyer said with an event like the Chamber Taste, the community has a chance to experience the best of what this region has to offer and it also gives great exposure to the participating Joe Egloff, general manager of Snarf’s Sandwiches, left, and Daniel Nelson serve three varieties of sandwiches Wednesbusinesses. day during the 2012 Taste of the Chamber at the Denver Merchandise Mart expo building. Photos by Andy Carpenean “There is no need to drive deep into Denver for a night out on the town or a day with the family,” she said “We have people to know us and come check us fantastic options right here in our area, out,” he said. Hideaway Steakhouse in Westminster all open and ready for business. The Metro North Chamber encourages the is new to the restaurant industry. Only community to support and do business in business for a year-and-a-half, owner Terrie Woodward said the Chamber Taste with these vendors after the event.” Village Tavern in Broomfield was event is crucial in terms of reaching out one of the many restaurants at the taste to people in the community. “This is our second time here and it reevent. Bar manager Devin Byrd said the event helps the name of the restaurant ally is a great event,” she said. “Since we get out to the public. Byrd was serving are new, it really helps us get our name chicken skewers, key lime pie and san- out. It’s just a wonderful opportunity for us as a business.” gria for patrons. “There is only one Village Tavern in Jose Sanchez of El Jardin Mexican restaurant serves a Colorado, so it’s important for us to be a chicken enchilada Wednesday during the 2012 Taste part of events this one because we want
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Debate targets barbs of campaigns Candidates for 7th Congressional District with no easy answers By Glenn Wallace
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Perlmutter, asking about a promise he made when running for Congress in 2006: That his then-wife would not lobby him or any member of the House of Representatives while he was in office. Perlmutter’s ex-wife, Deana Perlmutter, was the head of the Denver office for lobbying firm Dutko Worldwide at the time of his election in 2006. Records show that she began lobbying other members of the House of Representatives in the first half of 2007. “My wife never lobbied me, and she still hasn’t lobbied me, more than four years after we’ve been divorced,” Perlmutter said. The two finalized their divorce in 2008. Perlmutter has since remarried. Rittiman asked Coors about CoorsTek’s opening of a South Korean factory during his time as that country’s CEO, asking if American countries should be encouraged to keep jobs in America, even if that increases cost. “No American jobs were lost, ever,” Coors said, insisting that the
factory opening was more about opening Asian markets, than in lowering costs. Perlmutter rebutted, saying CoorsTek’s own shareholder reports seem to indicate the move was motivated by lower wage costs. Question four was aimed back at Perlmutter, asking why his previous measure of support from otherwiseRepublican voters seems to have eroded lately. “Well, Joe and I live in the same neighborhood, we have the same number of friends, many of them Republican, and they may be picking Joe over me,” Perlmutter said. The fifth question of the debate asked both candidates about their stances on health-care reform. Perlmutter supported President Barack Obama’s reforms. Coors said he’d work to would repeal it, saying it will increase taxes on the middle class. Perlmutter used the question to attack his opponent about his former support of a state anti-abortion ballot measure. “I’m a pro-life person, but let’s get back to the more significant issues facing this country, like 23 million people out of work or underemployed,” Coors said, calling personhood a dead issue that he would not revive. When questioned further by the moderators about whether he would sponsor, or sign legislation in congress that would restrict women’s reproductive rights, Coors said he would not.
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YOUR VIEW No on 3A, 3B
I am writing this as a parent and concerned citizen, not as a Jeffco school board member. Many of you have asked why I am voting no on 3A and 3B. Here are the top three reasons I am voting no: We are experiencing a temporary economic downturn and don’t need a permanent tax increase to fix the short term funding dip. As housing values increase the amount of money the school district receives will increase. And as the state economy gets better there will be more money for education. In fact the September state economic forecast says $700 million additional dollars will be put in the K-12 fund over the next two years. Jeffco receives approximately 9 percent of the K-12 fund or about $60 million of those additional dollars, which more than covers the proposed cuts. As the economy gets better education gets more money. Next is the PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association) conversation. The PERA contribution is estimated to rise over $22 million dollars in the next couple of years. While employee contributions remain at 8 percent, taxpayer contributions will increase from 15.65 percent to 20.15 percent. The current general fund budget has taxpayers picking up all of those PERA increases but not allocating money to instrumental music, teacher librarians, or outdoor lab schools. Those priorities don’t seem to me to put students first. 3B will increase the debt load by $99,000,000 — it is permission to go into debt for on-going maintenance. We shouldn’t be going into debt to pay for routine maintenance items. This money is not for science labs or new buildings. Paying for routine maintenance items with 20 years of debt is not a good plan. The system needs fundamental structural change. This does not fund a new pay structure. Not one penny will go to raise the amount we pay our newest teachers. Not one penny builds new science labs or adds options for our students. Jeffco public schools have asked for just a little bit more every four to six years. What Jeffco needs is a bold new plan — not the status quo. Our children deserve better; I will be voting no on 3A and 3B — and working for a bold new plan that puts our students first. Laura Boggs Lakewood
Yes on 2A for Wheat Ridge
Wheat Ridge voters will see Ballot Question 2A this year asking, “Shall the Home Rule Charter of the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, be amended to provide for the election of all elected officials of the city by the greatest number of votes cast?” I serve on the Wheat Ridge Election Commission, and I’m asking all of Wheat Ridge to vote “yes” on this question. If approved, this will change the city charter so that
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all elected officials, including the mayor, city clerk and city treasurer, will be chosen by who earns the most votes in the general election. This is a practical thing to do. It will save us money in the future that we might otherwise spend on very expensive runoffs, and our elections will be no less fair or inclusive. What we’ll get is a slate of consistent races that give us the winners when all the votes are counted. Participating in the county’s coordinated general election cost Wheat Ridge $7,500 in November last year. The follow-up runoff in December cost $37,000. Given the chance to avoid extra cost without losing the quality of our elections, I am going to make the pragmatic choice and vote “yes” on Wheat Ridge Ballot Question 2A. Lloyd Levy Wheat Ridge
Vote no on Amendment 64 I am a pretty conservative guy, probably due in part to the fact that I was a police officer for 47 years, with the last 25 years being spent as the chief of police for the Westminster Police Department. I’ve been around, and I certainly paid my dues as a young cop working narcotics and vice, and as an older cop, sitting on the governing boards of the North Metro Drug Task Force and the West Metro Drug Task Force. I vigorously enforced marijuana laws for all 47 years of my public service, and I would do it today if I was still actively employed as a cop. Constitutional Amendment 64 proposes the legalization of growing and possessing marijuana, but it would not impact those who have the legal and appropriate authorization to grow and use marijuana for medicinal purposes. Moreover, even if the voters approve Amendment 64, which I sincerely hope they do not, marijuana growing and possession would still be a federal offense. In addition to still being a federal offense, legalization of pot would result in more traffic accidents and fatalities, as well as an increase in crime. Talk to most police officers and they will confirm this observation. Take it to the bank. We do not need more stoned drivers on the road, and we do not need more crime. And we certainly do not need a law that would be in direct conflict with the federal law. What’s next- — home-brew methamphetamine, cocaine, LSD, PCP or heroin? Where do we draw the line? In my opinion, we need to draw the line right now and vote no on Amendment 64. As Archie Bunker used to say, “This is pure crapola.” Dan Montgomery Westminster Chief of Police (Retired)
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Support 3A, 3B for Jeffco schools Jeffco Public Schools planned for the economic downturn experienced the past few years. We watched as the district spent down the rainy day funds. We watched as it worked to preserve the experience in the classroom. Tough decisions were made — teachers were laid off, class sizes experienced some increases and a few school days were cut from the calendar in the balance among other impacts. Without passage of Ballot Question 3A, the district expects to lay off about 600 more employees, mostly teachers and other staff members, such as librarians. The district reports a typical elementary school will lose two teachers and increase class size from about 27 to 31 students. The average middle school will also lose about two teachers. Most high schools will lose 7-8 teachers depending on the size of the high school. Voters approved a $38.5 million mill levy increase and a $324 million bond issue in 2004, but said no to another request in 2008 for a $32 million mill levy increase and a $350 million bond. The continued belt tightening has been a good exercise to make the most out of taxpayers’ funds, but at this time we believe it makes sense to give the district a boost, especially in light of the state dollars per student dropping from $7,070 in 2009-10 to $6,309 in 201213, $761 per student. The mill levy increase known as Ballot Question 3A will bring in $39 million to the district each year. The funds are earmarked for the district’s day-today operations, education programs, maintenance, salaries and supplies, and will bring back two days of school. The cost of the ballot questions to homeowners is about $14.76 per year per $100,000 of assessed home value by the county. The $99 million bond package, known as 3B, will support projects, such as buildings, repairs and renovations. We have observed the district as it prioritized and re-prioritized projects the past few years. Decisions about closing under utilized schools — which is always emotional for the affected neighborhoods — and repairing and renovation where the most good can be achieved has been impressive and forthright. So we also support 3B to maintain Jeffco Schools infrastructure, keeping it sound, functional and comfortable for students. We don’t like raising taxes, especially in this continuing uncertain climate, but we urge voters to approve these two measures — 3A and 3B — for the good of the community toward education of our students. We trust an infusion of funds will not only shape up the classroom experience in terms of teachers, class sizes and supporting structure, but we want to see it bring back the innovative tone and pride of excellence that has diminished somewhat as budgets were tightened the past few years. With a downturn in state funding, the challenge to make every dollar go far remains urgent, lets reward the district for its work the past few years, keep more teachers in the classroom and pass ballot questions 3A and 3B.
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The lesser of the evils is no support Why is it that every two or four years the American public gets political candidates who don’t meet our expectations and beliefs? I see this so often and at all levels of government — city councils, county commissioners, special districts, state legislatures, governor, congressional races, and of course, the presidential races. Throw in the elected county department head positions, too.
The lesser of the evils
For me, part of the time it is a case of the lesser of the evils. Have you felt the same way at times? It is a case of which candidate for a specific office would do the least damage. Unfortunately, it is not a case of truly supporting and feeling gung-ho about a
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particular candidate. Oh, don’t get me wrong, as I have had times when I was gung ho like for John Hickenlooper for governor and John Love for governor. But for president of the United States, I have not been really fully supportive of a candidate since John F. Kennedy. That was 1960 and my first time to vote. Don’t think that I vote a party line because I haven’t over the past 52 years. I vote for the best candidate in my opinion or as I said in some cases for the lesser of the evils.
Neither presidential candidate
This is a real shame in my humble opinion especially when it comes to voting for a presidential candidate. Unfortunately for me and perhaps for you, this election is again the selection of the lesser of the evils. There are positions stated by both President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney with which I disagree. I don’t support Obamacare and find his foreign policy handling to be inadequate. I disagree with the Republican Party platform on abortion (which by the way has no business in government policy or party politics in my opinion). The spending practices of Obama and the $1 trillion per year debt expansion go against my fiscal principles. Romney’s expan-
sion of military spending is unnecessary and his positions on some social issues are too harsh for me. Where is Harry Truman when we need him?
Amendment 64 is a no vote
Amending the Colorado Constitution to allow the recreational use of marijuana is just flat wrong! Amendment 64 is bad public policy from just about every angle. We already have a mess on our hands with the whole medical marijuana that Colorado voters approved. Colorado would have the dubious distinction of being the only state in the Union to allow marijuana for recreational use. How would that impact attracting economic development prospects to our state? Or even retaining current employers?
Negative impacts
Allowing the legalization of marijuana use would lead to the harmful impact on our teenagers and young adults. Smoking marijuana permanently impairs brain development, leads to negative behavioral changes and impairs learning ability. Another issue is public and personal safety. Studies from all over the world show marijuana significantly impairs a person’s ability to operate a motor vehicle and those impaired are twice as likely
to be involved in crashes. Smoking pot adversely affects perception, coordination and reaction time — all important factors in operating a vehicle safely, as well as equipment in a work setting or at home. Amendment 64 would likely promote increased use of marijuana. The more available and lower the perception of risk a drug is, the more likely young people are to use the drug. All experiments with legalization have led to increased use. And the use of marijuana can easily lead to using more serious drugs like cocaine and heroin.
Employer’s nightmare
The proposed amendment would be a nightmare for employers. It would drastically curtail an employer’s rights to take action against an employee who has tested positive for marijuana. Based on the wording of the proposal, it is unclear whether terminated employees who tested positive the day after ingestion or even several days or weeks later can sue for wrongful termination. The amendment would be in conflict with the intent of the DrugFree Workplace Act, which is to ensure that government grants and contracts go only to employers who don’t tolerate drug use.
Defeat it
Like I said Amendment 64 is just flat wrong, and I hope you join me in defeating it. Bill Christopher is former city manager of Westminster and used to represent District J on the RTD board of directors.
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Where were you born? I was born in the hill country in Kerr County, Texas. How long have you lived in the area? My family and I have lived in the area for twentyfour years, a couple of years in Arvada and the rest in Broomfield.
What do you most enjoy doing when you’re not working? Teaching skiing with Eldora Special Recreation Program (ESRP) now known as Ignite Adaptive Sports at Eldora Mountain Resort. I have served on the Board of directors for over 19 years and taught disabled individuals how to ski, including guiding blind skiers.
What is one tip you have for someone looking to buy a house? Get approved for your loan and look within your price range. What is the most unusual thing you’ve encountered while working in Real Estate? Being involved in a transaction where one city tried to condemn a property, which was under contract to another city. This resulted in the original buyer getting a judgment for more than the purchase price and getting the property free.
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o, you want to build a redwood deck on the back of your home. You contact Joe Contractor and he agrees to build it for $15,000.00. You pay him $5,000.00 down, make progress payments to him and pay the remaining amount at the time the project is finished. You love your deck. Two weeks later, you receive a notice from ABC Lumber Company.
Joe Contractor did not bother paying for the 2x4s and other lumber which he used to build your deck, and the supplier now wants his $10,000.00 for the lumber. The supplier is threatening to place a mechanic’s lien on your property unless he is paid. A mechanic’s lien is a tool used by contractors, workers and suppliers for payment for work that has been done on your property which improves it. You are obviously upset because you paid the full amount to Joe Contractor, and expected him to
pay his supplier, only he did not. Well, Colorado law has protected you. In residential properties, as long as the contractor is paid, any lien placed upon your property by a subcontractor or supplier is invalid and any suit brought on that lien will be dismissed. Still, it is a nuisance and could take up to a year for a title company to remove the lien from your property. If you own a commercial property, the Colorado statute discussed above does not apply. However, commer-
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Also, the lien statement must be complete and accurate, and must be served on the owner of the property and the general contractor at least ten days before it is recorded in the office of the clerk and recorder of the county in which the property is located. Failure to be accurate and to serve the right parties renders the lien invalid. Timing is also important for the lien to be valid. It must be recorded no later than four months from the time the last substantial work is done on the property, if labor and materials are involved. If the lien is for labor only, then it must be filed no more than two months from the time the project is completed. Finally, the lien expires unless suit is brought on the lien no later than six months after the lien is recorded. So whether you are a property owner concerned that liens could be placed against your property and result in a lawsuit, or a contractor, subcontractor or supplier who wants to get paid for the work he or she has done to improve your property, there are many rules and traps in the mechanic’s lien statute. There is little room for errors. We strongly recommend that you consult a competent real estate attorney if you find yourself on wrong end of this problem, whether you want the lien perfected, or you don’t want it on your property.
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cial landowners are also protected thanks to the so-called “trust fund” statute. That law states that that contractor holds any money paid to a contractor in trust for the specific purpose of paying all of his subcontractors and suppliers for that particular job. If he uses the money for other purposes, he commits theft and could face criminal charges. A letter to the non-paying contractor pointing out that he is in violation of the trust fund statute usually brings results. Another glitch in the lien process is when you are the property owner, and your tenant tries to make improvements without your permission, leaving you holding the bag for the $15,000.00 redwood deck. In such cases, in order to avoid a lien on your property, you must post a notice of non-liability on the site of the property in a conspicuous place within five days after you have learned what your tenant has done and the work has started. The claimant, of course, has rights as well whether it is the primary contractor, subcontractor, or supplier. However, he must be careful not to overstate the lien amount. If he or she knowingly exaggerates the claim, he could lose the entire amount of the lien and pay the property owner’s attorney fees in addition.
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If you have a true ‘sales personality,’ a positive attitude, integrity, a successful outside sales track record, and are not afraid to work hard to make big money - we would like to talk with you. We have the best salary, with generous commissions, on-going residuals, Health Insurance, 401k, as well as solid leads provided.
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If you enjoy talking with people and have been successful in sales and/or telemarketing and maintain a positive outlook, we would like to talk with you. We have a rich compensation program a friendly and fun, professional office environment, located in DTC. Compensations & benefits that include: hourly base-pay, up-front commissions, high-income potential & excellent week day part-time hours.
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IT Support Technician, City of Black Hawk. $49,010 – $66,308 DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premiere gaming community located 18 miles west of Golden. The City supports its employees and appreciates great service! If you are interested in serving a unique historical city and enjoy working with diverse populations, visit www.cityofblackhawk.org for application documents and more information about the City of Black Hawk. Requirements: AA degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information System, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field; minimum of three (3) years progressive experience in a data processing and client server environment, with installation/maintenance on computers and training of staff. Working experience with OS installs on workstations and servers, setup users on network and Exchange, TCP/IP networks DNS, Active Directory, adding extension to Avaya IP Office, ability to restore servers; valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record. Work scheduled is MonFri 8 am – 5 pm with rotating on-call duty to include evenings, weekends and holidays. To be considered for this limited opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume, completed City application with copies of certifications and driver’s license to: Employee Services, City of Black Hawk, P.O. Box 68, Black Hawk, CO 80422, or fax to 303-582-0848. Please note that we are no longer accepting e-mailed applications. EOE.
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EXPERIENCED FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED! Savio House is currently seeking experienced foster/group home parents to live on site at our premier group center located in Lakewood. Applicants must provide a loving, nurturing, home environment to children in the custody of the Department of Human Services. Qualifications include: HS diploma or above, at least 21 years of age, ability to pass motor vehicle/criminal and background check. Lucrative reimbursement for highly qualified candidates. For details contact Rebecca at 303-225-4108 or Tracy at 303-225-4152
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has 2 openings at Denver, CO for Supervising Discipline Engineer I (SDE I) – Electrical to coordinate project electrical engineering activities w/ that of other disciplines; assumes “in charge� responsibility for ensuring electrical engineering documents comply w/ applicable state laws/regulations, including affixing registered engineer seal when required; assists senior electrical SDE/the Project Engineering Manager in the establishment and control of discipline budget & schedule to meet project requirements. May be assigned as liaison electrical engineer between the Denver office with the company’s Romania office in the execution of work shared projects. Position does not include sponsorship for US work authorization/relocation/per diem support. Apply online at www.urscorp.com, reference EC72613. To apply after November 9, 2012, email CV to division.staffing@urs.com, reference EC72613. EOE.
Western Summit Constructors, Inc.
is seeking Form Carpenters (including Foremen, Leadmen & Helpers), Concrete Finishers, Pipefitters, Yard Pipe (Foremen, Layers & Laborers), and Operators for Metro Denver area projects (58th & York and Chambers & Hess). Applications will be taken at 9780 Pyramid Ct, Suite 100, Englewood, CO 80112, from 8-5 M-F. Send resumes to Careers@westernsummit.comor call (303)325-0325. WSCI is an EEO Employer
Help Wanted
CRAFT FAIR The Cherry Creek Basin Water Quality Authority is hiring a Capital Projects Consultant (CPC) to manage the Authority’s Capital Projects program. The CPC needs to have experience with project management, general civil engineering with specialization in drainage, flood control, and storm water quality projects including planning, design and construction oversight. Experience in land development activities, stormwater regulations, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, report writing and public speaking are desired. This position’s work is estimated at 1,150 hours annually. For a draft scope of services and additional information about this position, contact Chuck Reid at 303.265.7914, or chuck.reid@cliftonlarsonallen.com . A pre-proposal informational meeting will be held on Thursday, November 8, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. at 8390 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 500, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Seven copies of your proposal and one electronic copy (.pdf) are due by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 20, 2012. Proposals will be reviewed by a subcommittee, with final selection made by the Authority’s Board of Directors. The Authority reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.
Work in Lakewood! Clever
Kids needs preschool assistant. Must have 6 credits in Early Childhood. Schedule is M-F, 8 - 5. benefits include vacation, health insurance, IRA. 303-236-9400
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November 3rd 9am-3pm Home Baked Goods, Christmas Greenery, Jewelry, Kitchen Products, Aromas, Scrapbooking, Purses, Skin Care Products & Pottery
LUNCH WILL BE AVAILABLE
Summit of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church
4661 E. 136th Ave. Thornton 303-452-0448 www.summitofpeace.org
Work From Home
AVON Good earnings to sell or buy, CR, Parker, HR & Centennial. Call for information Fay, (303)790-2524 flnorris@yahoo.com
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TO SELL YOUR GENTLY USED ITEMS, CALL 303-566-4100 Garage Sales
Arts & Crafts
Crossing Church Yard Sale
Craft Fair American Legion Post 11-11
Proceeds go to support Ignite Student Ministries. Appliances, household items, books, furniture, kids stuff, misc. kitchen items and more. Broomfield Campus, Ignite Building, 5450 W. 120th Ave. (just west of Kohls). Friday and Saturday, Oct. 26 & 27, 7:00 am.
Garage Sale
10451 Routt Lane Westminster October 27th & 28th 8am-2pm Furniture, Holiday Decor, Household Items, Children's Items, Electronics, Framed Artwork, Crafting Items, Stuffed Animals, and many other high quality items. Rain or Shine
Yard Sale - Furniture (including
couch), Clothes, Household Goods. Frday 26 Oct 9 am - 2 pm, Saturday 27 Oct 8 am - 2 pm. 939 Foursome Drive Castle Rock (Peninsula at Plum Creek)
Arts & Crafts Autumn Harvest Craft Show
at O'Tooles, Littleton, Oct. 27, 2012, 10-4, 303-798-7747 for information.
9959 Wadsworth Blvd Sat., 11/3 – 9am-4pm Vendors: 3’x6’ table $20. “Refreshments available for purchase" There will also be a bake sale. Free admission to shoppers Contact: Bobbie – 303-464-1621 sbk12lt@msn.com
Wanted Crafters / Vendors
November 17th for Englewood High Schools' Annual Holiday Sale benefiting EHS special needs students and Englewood Unleashed Chili Cook Pleas call 303-806-2239 for reservation
Firewood Bulk Firewood
Logs, various hardwoods, random links, you load, you haul. $60.00 for pick up load. Split firewood also available. 303-431-8132
Firewood Sale
Ponderosa Pine split $165 a cord $95 a half cord $55 a quarter cord Pick up only Smaller sizes $120 a cord 303-746-0444
Furniture Cut/Split/Deliver
Covenant Village of Colorado
Holiday Crafts, Granny’s Attic & Bake Sale Fri. Nov. 2nd 8am-4pm. Sat. Nov. 3rd 8am-4pm. Unique Handcrafted Gifts Free Admission
$202.25 a cord for Pine, Fir & Aspen some areas may require a delivery charge. Scrap Metal hauling also available 303-647-2475 or 720-323-2173
For Sale
Wicker Wing back chair and footstool $130, Antique Sewing table $75, Pewter collection $190. Doll house $200, Other items too numerous to mention. Please call 303 -815-4795
Health and Beauty New and Used Stair Lifts
Lowrey Carnival Organ Perfect condition rarley played. Original price $12,000 asking $3,000. 303-467-1884
Autos for Sale
Wanted
Free To Good Home
Majestic Towing & Recovery, LLC
DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, BOAT, RV; Running or not, to the developmental disabled. Tax deductible! 303-659-8086. 12 years of service
Park Black Lab and part Pit Bull. 1 year old male, very sweet, good with children. 303-986-1516
Long time insured Colorado dealer A American Stair Lifts $1350 used-$2350 For new. (303)466-5253
Musical
Dogs
Lost and Found
Lost Cat
Friday October 5th in Mesa View Estates in Golden "Peaches" Tortoise - Brown w/flecks of gold, 1 year old. Had collar with information. $100 reward 303-2162600 720-849-2209
Sporting goods Quality Pool Table
8' 3 piece 1" slate $600 worth of accessories Call 303-456-8181
Tickets/Travel All Tickets Buy/Sell
NFL-NBA-NHL-NCAA-MLB WWW.DENVERTICKET.COM (303)-420-5000
HAVE YOU SEEN NIGHTWIND?
We are missing our son's beloved cat. Nightwind is a 9 year old male Maine Coon (Black/Tan Tabby) declawed indoor cat. If you have any information on Nightwind, please contact 303-908-2693. ASAP. Thank you.
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French For Kids
French lessons for 3-12 year olds at Parker Library. 1/2 hour or hour lessons and discounts for more than one child. I thought French in the Cherry Creek Schools. Minored in French in College and have been to France. $40/hour or $25/half hour. Flexible schedule. Call Carla @
303-694-6222
(West of 92nd from Wadsworth)
HOLIDAY CRAFT SALE
Quality Hand Crafted Items Friday Nov. 2nd 9am-3pm. Saturday Nov. 3rd 9am-1pm. 80th & Sims follow the signs
Robin's Piano Studio
Lawn and Garden
Private piano lessons ages 5 and up; Piano Readiness classes for ages 3-5 Member of the National Guild of Piano Teachers Located near Park Meadows Mall Robin M Hall 303-790-2781 www.RMH88keys.com
Craftsman
9hp 28" two stage, wheel driven snow thrower. $400 cash, you pick up. 303-986-9153 Alice
1993 Olds Cutlas
with brake unit. 303-422-0254
TO ADVERTISE, CALL 303-566-4100
Westminster
303-424-4828
RV’s and Campers
CLASSIFIEDS
50's & 60's furniture, lamps, art, teak, signs, fun & unusual household pieces & antiques. Mod Mood 303-502-7899
9153 Yarrow St.
with swivel seats, boat trailer, trolling motor, oars, accessories. Excellent condition $685. 303-250-5019
Trucks, 4x4's, SUVs Bought. 303-455-4141 We Buy Cars
Trucks, SUVs & Vans Running or not. Any condition Under $1000 (303)741-0762 bestcashforcars.com
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We Buy + Consign
sofa couch. Excellent condition, earth tone $150.00 OBO. 303-470-1829
12 Ft Alum Fishing Boat,
motor home. Fully self contained also tow-able
BUYING COINS and COIN COLLECTIONS 1964 or earlier US coins. Paying 20 times the face value. Call weekdays 303-234-0875 or coinguy3@gmail.com
Full sized Bassett
Boats and Water Sports
1991 Ford E350 Winnebago
Wanted to Buy
PETS
999 Vallejo Street, Denver, CO 80204 720-775-2702 Please be advised the following vehicles are for sale: 01. 1989 Silver Honda Civic Vin #052336 02. 1996 Blue Ford Crown Victoria Vin #197941 03. 2001 White Nissan Sentra Vin #492174 04. 2002 White Chevy Silverado Vin#296642 01. 1991 Gray Lexus E250 Vin #153466 02. Gray Ford Econoline 150 Vin#S57658
Lost and Found Lost small black female dog, medical
issues help bring home. Lost Wednesday August 15 in Golden/Lakewood area. Reward 303-718-6943
.com Misc. Notices Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201
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Active Senior Lady would
like to meet active senior gentleman 75 + for fun and friendship. Castle Rock area Call MJ at 303 660-6548
We are looking for
Betty Kanine-Parson or her daughter Karen Parson Woods. Betty's brother is very ill and he has a last wish to get in contact with Betty or Karen. Please call 989-620-1084.
SERVICES TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Alarm Systems
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Cleaning
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Driveways, Parking Lots, Streets. All types of Asphalt Paving and Driveway Materials.
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Construction
FBM Concrete
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• DepenDable • • Thorough • • honesT •
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All Phases of Flat Work by
T.M. CONCRETE
Driveways, Sidewalks, Patios Tear-outs, colored & stamped concrete. Quality work Reasonable rates, Lic. & Ins. "Small Jobs OK!" 303-514-7364
FALL SPECIAL Computer Services
Ali’s Cleaning Services
Concrete/Paving
Cowboy Consulting 303-526-2739
Concrete/Paving Concrete Mike
Concrete Work, Patios, Driveways, Sidewalks, Tear Out, Replace, Colored. Reasonable Rates Office 303-840-7347 Mobile 303-902-1503
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G & E CONCRETE Residential/Commercial Flatwork • Patios • Driveways • Garages • Foundations • Walks • Tearout/Replace 25+ yrs. Experience Best Rates - References Free Estimates 303-451-0312 or 303-915-1559 www.gandeconcrete.com
Drywall
J-Star Concrete
Driveways, Stamped & Color Concrete, Steps, Walkways, Basement, Garage Floors, Porches, Tareout & Repair, Patios. Free Est. 7 Days WK 720-327-8618
Navarro Concrete, Inc. Commercial/Residential quality work at reasonable prices. Registered & Insured in Colorado. 303-423-8175
Construction Massa Construction 303-642-3548
A PATCH TO MATCH
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Drywall Finishing Mike Martis, Owner
35 Years Experience
Patches • Repairs • Texturing Basements • Additions • Remodels We Accept • Painting & Wallpaper Removal All Major (303)988-1709 cell (720)373-1696 Credit Cards www.123drywall.com
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DISCOUNT FENCE CO
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since 1989
We Specialize in All Residential Drywall Needs
Drywall Repair • Remodels Additions • Basements • Texture Popcorn Ceilings replaced with texture of choice One Year Warranty On All Work FREE ESTIMATES
303-688-9221 office 720-331-0314 cell
Sanders Drywall Inc. All phases to include
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(720) 221-4662
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Acoustic scrape and re-texture Repairs to full basement finishes Water damage repairs Interior paint, door & trim installs
Fence Services
30+ years experience Insured Free estimates Darrell 303-915-0739
BATUK FENCING
Electricians FREE Estimates
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HIGHLANDS HOME IMPROVEMENT, INC.
General Repair & Remodel Paul Boggs Master Electrician Licensed/Insured/Guaranteed
303-791-4000
Affordable Electrician 20 yrs experience Remodel expert, kitchen, basements, & service panel upgrades. No job too small. Senior disc. 720-690-7645
Radiant Lighting Service **
Electrical Work All types. Honest and reliable, licensed & ins. Free estimates. Craig (303)429-3326
Fence Services
Cedar, Chain-link Install & Repair. Quality Work 10 yrs. exp. Free Estimates. Sr. Discount. 303-750-3840
Cowboy Fencing is a full service fence & gate company installing fences in Colorado for 23 years. Residential/Commercial/Farm & Ranch Fencing
Quality Fencing at a DiscountPrice Wood, Chain Link, Vinyl, Orna-iron, New Install and Repairs. Owner Operated since 1989 Call Now & Compare! 303-450-6604
Garage Doors Alan’s Garage Door Service
Handyman
Hauling Service
HANDYMAN LANDSCAPER WOODWORKER
303-718-3437 www.kevinward.biz
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A HOME REPAIR & REMODELING HANDYMAN •Baths •Kitchens •Tiling •Large & Small Jobs
Repair & Replace Garage Doors, Openers & Springs. Licensed and Insured 30 yrs. Experience Servicing the Denver West and North areas 303-438-1083 303-903-7602
303-425-0066 303-431-0410
D & D FENCING
Professional Junk Removal
*Lawn Maint: Leaf Cleanup, Tree & Bush Trimming/Removal. Firewood for sale Del. avail. *Hauling: trash, old fencing, debris. *Gutter cleaning. *Storm Damage Cleanup. Refs. Servicing the Denver West and North areas Mark: 303.432.3503
Estates, Moving, Clean Out Furniture, Appliances, Electronics Landscape, Deck, Fence 303-319-6783 www.RubbishWorks.com/Denver
A&M Lawn Service
Trash & Junk Removal
Flagstone or Pavestone, Shrub & Tree Installation & Removal & Pruning
We take what your trash man won't. Branches, mattresses, appliances, reasonable rates & prompt service 720-333-6832
Great Pricing On
Lennox furnaces, overstocked air conditioners. We service all brands (303)530-1254 grafnerheatingandcoolingllc.com
Landscaping, Xeriscaping
Sprinklers, Landscaping Design & Installation, Patio & Walkways, Sod & Soil Amendments, Retaining Walls, Water Features, Lawn Maintenance, Commercial & Residential, Weekly Mowing, Fertilization, Aeration, Power Raking & Vacuuming, Sprinkler Winterization Starting @ $35 www.amlandscaping.org amlandscaping@gmail.com
303-791-5551
Grafner Heating & Cooling LLC
S & H HEATING & COOLING
• Springs, Repairs • New Doors and Openers • Barn and Arena Doors • Locally-Owned & Operated • Tom Martino’s Referral List 10 Yrs • BBB Gold Star Member Since 2002
S & H Heating and Cooling is a family-owned company doing business in the Denver area for 65 years with the same phone number the entire time! We specialize in quality installation, clean and efficient work and fair pricing. We don’t have a salesman so we don’t need to charge any commission. There are available rebates of up to $1120 on a full system. Now is the time to call Von or Chase Honnecke for a friendly, accurate and current bid.
Low rates, Free estimates Scott, Owner 720-364-5270
Commercial & Residential All types of cedar, chain link, iron, and vinyl fences. Install and repair. Serving all areas. Low Prices. FREE Estimates. 720-434-7822 or 303-296-0303
$$$ Reasonable Rates On:
Heating/ Air Conditioning
FOR ALL YOUR GARAGE DOOR NEEDS!
Lawn/Garden Services
(303) 646-4499 www.mikesgaragedoors.com
Handyman A Quality Handyman 720-4222532
Carpentry • Painting Tile • Drywall • Roof Repairs Plumbing • Electrical Kitchen • Basements Bath Remodels Property Building Maintenance
1444 Maple Ave., Denver, CO 80223 303-733-7040 • 303-733-2512 www.shsheetmetal.com
Free Estimates • Reliable Licensed • Bonded Insured
Ron Massa
Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983
House Cleaning
Servicing Castle Rock, Littleton, Highlands Ranch and Parker Since 1980
AAA-Sprinkler Solutions
Professional Installations & Repairs. Lifetime Warranty +SOD INSTALLATION $AVE MONEY AND WATER Fast, friendly service. All work guaranteed! 303-523-5859
Alpine Landscape Management Aerate, Fertilize, Trim Bushes & Sm. Trees, Weekly Mowing. Sr. Disc.
720-329-9732
HOME REPAIRS INSIDE: *Bath *Kitchen's *Plumbing *Electrical, *Drywall *Paint *Tile & Windows OUTSIDE: *Paint & Repairs *Gutters *Deck's *Fence's *Yard Work *Tree & Shrubbery trimming & clean up Affordable Hauling Call Rick 720-285-0186 H Bathroom H Basements Construction H Kitchens Serving Douglas H Drywall County for 30 years BASEMENTS H | BATHROOMS Decks| KITCHENS
Oak Valley
Serving Douglas County for 30 Years
Call Ray Worley CALL 303-995-4810 Licensed & Insured
Licensed & Insured 303-688-5021 www.oakvalleyconstruction.com
Hauling Service "$$$ Reasonable Rates On:
*Trash Cleanup: old furniture, mattresses, appliances, etc. *Replacement of Decorative Rock *Hauling: trash, old sod, debris. *Gutter cleaning. *Storm Damage Cleanup, References Servicing the Denver West and North areas Mark 303.432.3503
"AFFORDABLE HAULING"
You Call - I Haul Basements Garages Houses Construction Debris Small Moves Office - 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 Ron Massa BBB - Bonded - Insured
DUST BUNNIES HOUSEKEEPING, LLC.
Office/Residential/Vacancies Churches/Foreclosures Insured/Bonded 303-429-9220 "We do it all from ceiling to floor."
Instant Trash Hauling • Home • Business • Junk & Debris • Furniture • Appliances • Tree Limbs • Moving Trash • Carpet • Garage Clean Out
RVK Window & House Cleaning Residential/Commercial detailed cleaning. 8 years experience Radek 720-202-8325
Landscaping/Nurseries
Call Bernie 303.347.2303
Heavy Hauling
Asphalt & Concrete •Dirt removal & replacement • Grading • Excavating • Tractor •Trucking. 303-908-9384
Columbine Lawn & Sprinkler Sprinkler Blowouts $40
Aeration $40 Fertilization $30 Gutter Cleanouts $35 and up Licensed Plumber and Custom Contracting Hardwood Floors, Fencing, Remodels
Tony 720-210-4304
LANDSCAPE • Tree & Stump Removal • Spring Clean-Ups & Plant Pruning • Irrigation System Turn-Ons & Repairs • New Irrigation Systems • New Plantings • Retaining Walls & Paver Patios • Complete Landscape Design & Construction CO REGISTERED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Licensed 720.436.6340 Insured www.arterralandscaping.com
Spring Clean Up, Raking, Weeding, Flower Bed Maintenance, Schrub Retrimming Soil Prep - Sod Work Trees & Schrub Replacement also Small Tree & Bush Removal Bark, Rock Walss & Flagstone Work
FREE Estimates
Family owned business with over 35 yrs. exp.
Call or email Ron 303-758-5473 vandergang@comcast.net
Dirt, Rock, Concrete, Sod & Asphalt
FREE ESTIMATES 7 DAYS A WEEK
now offering mowing, aeration, fertilizing, weed control, cust. triming, lndscping. Jim 303-424-1832 www.keepinitgreeninc.com
House Keeping
Residential and commercial 21 years Experience References available on request 303-431-5227
RON’S LANDSCAPING
TRASH HAULING
An experienced company
SHORTY'S LANDSCAPING "???Need Lawn Mowing???"
303-274-9349. 12 years exp. Affordable, Insured, FREE est. Landscaping, aerating, sprinkler installs, makeovers & more! www.shortyslandscaping.com
• Fall Aeration • Fertilization • Lawn Over Seeding • Sod • Rock • Bush Trimming • Lawn Clean Ups - Starting in November Groups & Senior Discounts Available 25+ years serving the Denver Metro area
303.420.2880 Sprinkler blow-outs
starting at $45.00 Aeration/fertilization package $75.00 Sign up now for next summer weekly mowing at this season pricing. 303-999-7058
Masonry 30 yrs experienced brick layer
Patios, brick laying, block work, pavers, & tile work. Brick fireplaces & chimneys. Call Matt (303)419-3424
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Painting
Spinal Adjustment $25.00. David Goodfield 720-540-7700 see my ad in the Professional Service Guide
Painting
BILL’S QUALITY
PAINTING
Interior / Exterior Your neighborhood painter for over 25 years. Resident of Westwoods. Insured.
Specializing in re-paints & new construction
ALSO
Bob’s Painting, Repairs & Home Improvements 30 yrs experience Free estimates 303-450-1172
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303.451.1971
40 years experience Interior & Exterior painting. References 303-466-4752
PAINTER
Andy & Bob's Roofing/Gutters
All types roofs-installs, repairs and certifications. Aluminum seamless gutters. Since 1952 (303)984-0481
Commercial/Residential
For all your plumbing needs • Water Heaters • Plumbing Parts SENIOR DISCOUNTS FREE ESTIMATES
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www.frontrangeplumbing.com
Located in Highlands Ranch All Types of Roofing & Repairs Remodeling
Family-Run Business • 20 yrs exp.
303-797-8600
GREENE'S REMODELING
Bathroom/kitchen remodeling, repair work, plumbing leaks, water damage. No job too small Window replacement. Serving Jeffco since 1970 References Insured (303)237-3231
Family Owned & Operated
Servicing the Denver West and North metro areas
Tree Service
TREE SERVICE
Tree & Shrub Trimming Tree Removal Fence Installation Stump Grinding Free Estimates
A Tree Stump Removal Company
We offer tree removal, brush, mulch and root chasing in addition to stump removal. We also have firewood available! Call today for your Free Estimate. (720)234-3442
720-231-5954
Window Services DUBEN DESIGN
Commercial & Residential Best prices on shutters, blinds, shades & custom window coverings. Free in-home consultation & quotes. 720-271-1012 Licensed & insured
Rocky Mountain Contractors Home Remodeling Specialists, Inc. * Bath * Kitch Remodels * Bsmt Finishes * Vinyl Windows * Patio Covers * Decks
Roofing:
30+ yrs. exp. George (303)252-8874
Shingles, Flat Roofs, Roof Leak Repairs. 35 years of experience. Free estimates. Butch Metzler (303)422-8826
Snow Removal Roofing/Gutters
The Real McCoy Painting
303-324-9458 therealmccoypainting.com
(303) 425-6861 Bus Phone (720) 309-1195 Cell Phone
JAY WHITE Tree Service Serving with pride since 1975 Tree & shrub trimming & removals, firewood. Call Jay (303)278-7119
30 years Interior/Exterior Free Estimates (303)423-5465
Interior/Exterior Free Estimates
Senior Discounts
M4 ROOFING & GUTTERS
AA Rocky Mountain Rooter & Plumbing
35% OFF
DEEDON'S PAINTING
justsprinklers@comcast.net
Plumbing
Drain Cleaning & Plumbing Repairs, Drains as low as $75.00 Free phone Quotes 720-308-6696. 24/7 www.askdirtyjobs.com
System Winterizations $35.00 Free Estimates
Stephen D Williams 25 Plus Years Exp
720- 298-3496
Int. & Ext, includes fences & decks
NO DEPOSIT
• System Startup • Winterizations • Install, Repair • Service & Renovations
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FRONT RANGE PLUMBING
“Residential Experts”
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Residential /Commercial
Fully Insured Free Estimates References
30 yrs experience Free estimates 303-450-1172
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Dirty Jobs Done Dirt Cheap
Tree Service
Just Sprinklers Inc
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Professional Service - WITHOUT Professional Prices Licensed * Insured * Bonded Free Est. Over 25yrs exp. Local family owned company 303-960-5215
Sprinklers SPRINKLER PRO'S Call 303-4221096
Interior • Exterior Deck Repair
Bob’s Painting, Repairs & Home Improvements
FREE ESTIMATES
Roofing/Gutters
Perez Painting
power washing decks & fences. Call for FREE ESTIMATES
Plumbing
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Plowing Commercial Properties 27 years experience Free Estimates
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Complete Home Remodeling Interior - Exterior - Kitchens - Baths - Basements Additions - Master Suites - Decks - Doors - Windows Siding - Roofing
Ron Massa Owner
Licensed - Bonded - Insured
Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 35 Years Experience
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Aerial Hoops artists perform during Cirque du Soleil’s “Quidam,” which is showing Nov. 7-11 at the 1stBANK Center in Broomfield. Photos by Matt Beard
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urning out is a real possibility when performers have to bring their A-game to a show night after night, and in a different city each week for months at a time. But when you love what you do, you find ways to cope, said aerialist Mei Bouchard. “You live with the people you work with and you work with the people you live with, so you have to maintain your connection with friends and family at home,” said Bouchard, who is from Orlando. She added it was also important to stay healthy while on the road. Bouchard and the rest of the 52-person ensemble of Cirque du Soleil’s “Quidam” performs at 1stBANK Center, 11450 Broomfield Lane in Broomfield Nov. 7-11. “You aren’t just entertained, you’re going to be taken into the piece,” said Fabrice Lemire, artistic director. “The story is why the piece is doing so well 16 years lat-
Cirque du Soleil artists create the Statue, one of the acts in “Quidam.”
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er. It’s a subject everybody can recognize.” The story centers on Zoe, a little girl whose parents are apathetic and ignore her. In order to escape her boring existence, Zoe slides into an imaginary world. “But at the end she comes back home, because there’s nothing like home,” Lemire said. The story weaves its way through juggling, trapeze, Spanish web, German wheel and rope-skipping acts. What differentiates “Quidam” from other Cirque shows, Lemire said, is that “it’s extremely poetic. You have the wow factor (the acrobats, aerialists) but in the middle you have the support of the storyline.” Bouchard added: “It’s something you don’t see every day. You get brought into another world.” Bouchard has been with the show for a year, and her acts include the Spanish web, rope skipping and the Rabbit. The cast features acrobats, musicians, singers and characters from around the world. “It’s a full-course meal,” Lemire said.
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He said the show was his “baby,” and he couldn’t chose a favorite but the aerial acts had a “wow” factor for him. “Every single aerial act for me I feel is magical and intense,” he said. One of the aerial acts is done in large hoops, another is performed with a silk rope. Another act that Lemire said was quite stunning is the banquine, which is a performance with 15 artists doing acrobats and human pyramids. He said that it takes more than just the large cast on stage to make “Quidam” come alive. “We see the performers in the front, but there’s a support staff — technical staff, coaches — who really do as much as the performers,” he said. “Quidam” has toured in five continents since its premiere in 1996. After its show in Broomfield, the cast will travel to the Budweiser Events Center in Loveland Nov. 14-18. The show will make another Colorado appearance Jan. 9-13 at the World Arena in Colorado Springs. Tickets are available by calling 719520-7469 or 1-866-464-2626 or visiting www.cirquedusoleil.com/quidam.
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I’m honored to be honored. Sense of Security, a Colorado-based breast cancer charity that helps patients with non-medical expenses, has been a favorite charity of mine since I was diagnosed seven years ago. In my own small way — with a ton of help from my friends — I have raised money for this unsung charity that lost some of its funding last year — a casualty of budget cuts. On Saturday night, being given an award for my efforts during the annual Champagne and Diamonds fundraiser humbled me. The award reads: “With gratitude, Penny Parker. Thank you for your continued support and commitment to improve the quality of life for breast cancer patients.” Yes, I’m a survivor, but there are so many of us in this sorority that we never wanted to join. As I write this, tears are running down my face. It seems that October — Breast Cancer Awareness Month — is the one time a year that my journey comes flooding back. I was truly blessed to have such supportive people in my corner during that time — my darling husband, Greg Henry, and my BFF, Devany McNeill, who also accompanied me to the event. I want to thank Rita McCoy, executive director of Sense of Security, Vicki Tosher, founder of the charity, and Regional Emmy Award winning doll face Chris Parente, co-host of FOX-31’s “Everyday,” who emceed. I also want to give a shout-out to the Embassy Suites in downtown Denver, which blew me away with their banquet service of perfectly cooked beef tenderloin (like buttah), crisp asparagus and a potato dish. Amazing. Thanks to all who deemed me worth of such an honor. If you’d like to contribute to such a deserving organization, go to www.senseofsecurity.org. Since its inception in 2000, Sense of Security has provided more than $1.4 million in financial assistance to more than 860 breast cancer patients in Colorado.
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Historic Landmark status
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar designated Denver’s Civic Center as a National Historic Landmark on Wednesday, marking it as the City and County of Denver’s first NHL and one of two Civic Centers in the country to achieve this prestigious recognition, announced Historic Denver Inc., the Denver nonprofit that submitted the NHL nomination. Celebrations to honor this historic moment will take place in Denver’s Civic Center in 2013.
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Thierry Kennel, general manager of The Four Seasons Hotel Denver, has been promoted to regional vice president, effective this week. Kennel will
continue to serve as general manager of The Four Seasons Hotel Denver while assuming additional responsibilities as a Regional Vice President for three additional Four Seasons properties. Kennel will oversee Four Seasons Hotel Palo Alto (my home town), Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City and Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis in addition to the Denver property. Prior to arriving in Denver nearly three years ago, Kennel served as general manager of Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis. He recently celebrated his 25th anniversary with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
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Conde Nast Traveler readers have spoken and they have chosen the top 10
hotels in the West — meaning in Colorado and Utah. No. 1 is The Oxford Hotel in LoDo. No. 3 is the St. Julien Hotel & Spa in Boulder. No. 4 is the Hotel Teatro downtown. No. 5 is The Brown Palace. No. 6 is The Four Seasons Hotel Denver. No. 7 is The Ritz-Carlton Denver No. 9 if The JW Marriott Denver and No. 10 is The Curtis — a Doubletree by Hilton. In the same survey, The Westin Riverfront was named the No. 1 resort in the “Top 40 Resorts in the West” category. For more information, go to www. cntraveler.com/readers-choice-awards/ united-states/top-40-resorts-west-usa or www.cntraveler.com/readers-choice-
awards/united-states/top-10-hotels-westusa. “We’re so excited to once again see the JW Marriott Denver, The Oxford and the Curtis earn a spot on this prestigious list,” said Walter Isenberg, president and CEO of Denver’s Sage Hospitality. “This award factors in real feedback from discerning guests, so it’s a testament to how well each of these hotels delivers a unique travel experience.” 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. She can be reached at penny@blacktiellc.com or at 303-619-5209.
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Study explores effects of exercise on depressed teens By Cassie Monroe
cmonroe@ourcoloradonews.com A team of experts in the Denver metropolitan area are seeking teens displaying symptoms of depression to participate in a study. The question researchers want to answer is if exercise can be used as a treatment for depression. According to Dr. Andrea Dunn, from Klein Buendel Inc. and leading the study, previous research has been done to study the effects of exercise on adults with depression, but this study is seeking to find similar positive results in adolescents. The researchers are seeking a minimum of 10 sedentary adolescents, 12 to 21 years old, who have characteristics of
depression to participate in the study. Some of the symptoms of depression include problems sleeping, change in appetite, low energy, low self-esteem or feelings of guilt, loss of pleasure or enjoyment, loss of interest in activities or recurring thoughts of suicide. Dunn said if exercise is supposed to be thought of as medicine in this study there has to be a proper dose associated with using it for treatment. “There should be a dose response relationship where you can get a certain amount of exercise and get an optimal result,” Dunn said. According to Dunn, the recommended amount of exercise for adolescents is one hour per day. The exercise will consist of walking or
jogging under the supervision of a recreational therapist at a recreation facility three times per week. Eventually students will graduate down to meeting with the therapist one time per week near the end of the six weeks. To find the right amount of exercise for participants in the study a recreational therapist will have a group of students exercise for 80 minutes per week and another group for 180 minutes per week. In this study the intensity of the exercise doesn’t matter as much as the amount of time that is spent being physically active. According to Dunn, too much exercise has been shown to have negative effects on an individual’s mental health. Athletes who are constantly conditioning can start display-
ing signs of depression from exercising too much. Dr. Donald Bechtold, with the Jefferson Center for Mental Health who will study the students progress through the six-week program, said the researchers are hoping to find an effective alternative treatment for depression. “Collectively we see lots of kids who have depressive symptoms,” Bechtold said. “We’re always happy if we can help them feel better without meds.” For more information about the study visit www.DOSEforTeens.org. Those interested in participating should contact Luis Parra, Klein Buendel project manager, at info@DOSEforTeens.org or 303-565-4321, ext. 3673.
THINGS TO DO: YOUR WEEK & MORE THURSDAY/OCT. 25 VOTING CHANGES Changes to voting rights laws will affect a lot of voters this November. Find out how they will affect you at A Jefferson County League of Women Voters program 9:15 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, at 1575 Kipling St., Lakewood. Call Marian, 303-445-0270. For answers about candidates’ positions, local ballot issues and to build a personalized sample ballot, visit www.VOTE411.org. For information about the League of Women Voters, visit www.lwvjeffco.org. ORCHESTRA CONCERT Golden High School’s concert band and string orchestra will present a concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, in the high school’s auditorium. For more information, contact Katharine Parker at khparker@jeffco.k12.co.us or 303982-4187. Cash and checks accepted at door. ART DISPLAY An evening of exceptional fine art will be on display 5:30-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, at the Golden Hotel, 800 11th St., Golden. This show, titled “One Night Stand,” is in its second year and is open to the public. The artists are all professional women who are award winners in their fields of expertise. For information, call Tricia Bass at 303-808-1770 or email her at Tricia@TriciaBass.com. FUNDRAISING EVENT Circle of Friends, an event to benefit Marla Swanson, is a night of food, fun, drinks and a silent auction. The event is from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at Guarantee Bank, 26800 W. Colfax Ave., Golden. For information on tickets and other details, call Mo Lukens at 720-319-1076. JAZZ CONCERT Jazz Over Easy performs from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, at Café del Sol, 608 Garrison St. in Lakewood, for an evening of swinging jazz. The band performs monthly. The November concert is Nov. 29. Reserve a table now to assure seating. The performance will be streamed live at liveconnections.com. Call 303-238-7999 for reservations. FRIDAY/OCT. 26 TRICK OR treat Olde Town Arvada will have its trick-or-treat street from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26. This is a family fun event that is a safe way for children to enjoy the fun of trick-ortreating. Event includes a haunted house, costume contest and more. Tickets are $2 per child. JAZZ CONCERT The Lakewood Cultural Center presents jazz
harmonica virtuoso Gregoire Maret at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, in the 316-seat theater at 470 S. Allison Parkway. Tickets are available by calling 303-987-7845, going online to www. Lakewood.org/CulturalCenter or visiting the Lakewood Cultural Center Box Office. Senior, student and group discounts are available. There is free, well-lit parking on-site. SALES BOOST Learn the best practices for boosting holiday sales from 7:30-9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 26, at Boettcher Mansion, 900 Colorow Road, Golden. Program is led by Steve Parry with Sandler Training by Sales Productivity Consultants. Register by Oct. 22. For information on costs and to buy tickets, call Andrea LaRew at The West Chamber, 720-399-5652 or alarew@ westchamber.org. PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION The Grant-Humphreys Mansion, 770 Pennsylvania St. in Denver, will be the location for a paranormal investigation from 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, Oct. 26. Take part in a real ghost hunt conducted by a team from The Other Side Investigations and visit many of the mansion’s hot spots where activity has been detected in the past. Refreshments will be served. Call 303-620-4933 for tickets and more information. All proceeds benefit the educational programs at the mansion. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/OCT. 26-27 UPCOMING CONCERT. Thumpin’ will perform at 9:30 p.m. Oct. 26-27 at Hoffbrau in Arvada. The Oct. 27 show is a Halloween party; wear your costume. For information, show times and more check out our bandpage on Facebook or twitter @thumpinband. For booking information, use our contact page, or call 303-416-5695. CREEPY CRAWL Central City’s fourth annual Creepy Crawl is a 60-minute walking tour of the city’s most-avoided historic landmarks and off-limits areas of 150-year-old buildings. Tours are between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Oct. 26-27. New tours leave every quarter hour. Check-in is required at Century Casino’s lower level banquet room. Arrive 10 minutes before tour begins. Purchase them at King Soopers, online at www. ticketswest.com or by phone at 1-866-464-2626. For information, go to www.centralcityparkway.com/creepycrawl. PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER Colorado ACTS presents “Angel Street,” based on the movie “Gaslight,” a Victorian psychologi-
cal thriller. Content may not be suitable for children younger than 10. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 26-27 at 9460 W. 58th Ave. Visit www.coloradoacts.org or call 303-456-6772 for ticket information. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/OCT. 26-27, NOV. 2-3, NOV. 9-10 MURDER MYSTERY The Edge Theatre of Lakewood performers present murder mystery dinner theater, “The Altos: Like the Sopranos, Only Lower” Oct. 26-27, Nov. 2-3 and Nov. 9-10, at The Briarwood Inn, 1630 8th St., Golden. Cocktails at 7 p.m., the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Visit http://www. thebriarwoodinn.com/events_upcoming.html for ticket and show information. FRIDAY TO SUNDAY/OCT. 26-28 BOOK SALE Jefferson County Library Foundation and Friends will host the fall Whale of a Used Book Sale Oct. 26-28. Donated books, CDs and DVDs are accepted at all Jefferson County library locations, but larger donations need to be taken to the Jefferson County Library Foundation and Friends office or the Lakewood Library. Call the foundation office at 303-403-5075 to schedule a time for a drop-off at 10790 W. 50th Ave., Ste. 200, in Wheat Ridge. To donate books at the Lakewood Library, go to the door on the east side of the Lakewood Library next to the garage doors. Book donations help fund literacy programs. SATURDAY/OCT. 27 SEED PICKING Volunteers are needed for the first pick of native prairie seeds used to re-vegetate Rocky Flats, about halfway between Golden and Boulder on Highway 93. The pick is 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27. Crew leaders will give training on identification of native species, show how to pick seeds and what weeds to avoid. A great chance to learn about the ecology of the native prairie in a beautiful setting. Get information and register at http://tinyurl.com/SeedPick. For directions to the pick site, email Jean at djt_co@yahoo. com or Paul at pdkilburn@msn.com. INFORMATION MEETING The national organization “Pilots for Christ” is commissioning a Colorado chapter, and an informational meeting is at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at Bear Valley Church, 10001 W. Jewell Ave., Lakewood. This is a group of pilots, aircraft owners, and mechanics who provide free air
transport for medical patients coming in to large cities like Denver from small towns where there is no commercial air service. Visit http://pilotsforchrist.org. HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION Free family Halloween celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at Fairfield Commons Shopping Center, 98 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. HALLOWEEN ADVENTURE Have a hauntingly good time by experiencing ghostly trails and tales at the Haunted Halloween Trail Adventure from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at Bear Creek Lake Park, 15600 W. Morrison Road, Lakewood. Wear your Halloween costume. Walk along Owl Trail to discover critters of the night, warm your toes by the fire at the park’s amphitheater, roast marshmallows and sip hot chocolate and visit with Hawk Quest for a close-up look at live birds of prey at the visitor center. Registration is required at 303-697-6159. SATURDAY AND SUNDAY/OCT. 27-28 HALLOWEEN TOWN Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Ave., Golden, presents its trick-or-treat train from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, and Sunday, Oct. 28. Catch a ride behind the historic locomotive in vintage passenger cars hosted by conductors and engineers in full costume. The trickor-treat train departs every 30 minutes, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Visit all the town’s special stops to fill your treat bag and tickle your funny bones. Try a visit to the “not so spooky” haunted railcar or the Olde Railroaders silly graveyard, and get a picture of yourself in costume in front of our pumpkin patch. Call the museum at 303-279-4591 or visit www.ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org for more details. DONATION DRIVE Foothills Young Marines is partnering with Arc Thrift Stores for a donation drive. Donate gently used clothes, household items (dishes, knick-knacks, furniture, etc.) and Arc will donate money to the Young Marines unit based on how many donations are collected. The trailer will accept donations from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, and from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, at Two Roads Charter School, 7180 Oak St., Arvada. For details, call Bill at 720-891-1797 or Kim at 303-748-2379.
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Standley Lake linebacker senior Anthony Ochiato (55) tackles Golden’s running back Paris Salas in the backfield Friday at the North Area Athletic Complex. Photo by Photo by Andy Carpenean
Gators almost bit by Golden’s wildcat Salas has big game but Demons’ fall 35-14 By Craig Harper
sports@ourcoloradonews.com Smarting from a tough loss to topranked Broomfield, Standley Lake could have used a breather last Friday against struggling Golden. Instead, the Gators almost got trapped. The Demons unleashed a “wildcat’’ formation with star running back Paris Salas taking almost all the snaps and made Standley Lake squirm for a half before the Gators took control for a 35-14 4A Mountain League victory and kept Golden winless since it received a forfeit in the season opener. “We came out a little flat,’’ said the Gators’ Matt Fujinami, who accounted for 187 yards of offense and had a touchdown catch and run. “It was one of those games you have sometimes that you’ve got to persevere from coming out flat. I think we did a great job in the second half coming out with a little more fire in our belly.’’ Credit Golden for contributing to Standley Lake’s tough first half in which it was outgained 252-170 yards, much of that due to the running of Salas. The senior rushed for 226 of his 266 yards in the first half and scored on runs of 58 and 64 yards. His first touchdown with 6:28 left in the first quarter gave the Demons their first lead of the season. “We did it a little bit last week (against George Washington) and we’ve done it in pieces,’’ Golden coach Mike Joseph said of the wildcat formation. “But our receivers are banged up and we’re not going to be able to throw the ball.
of yards Northg l e n n’s Jordan R a d e baugh threw for during Friday’s game against Brighton. The 512 yards are the sixth most ever in Colorado football history. He also threw for six touchdowns, which was also tied for sixth most in state history. The Norse lost 69-48 to the Bulldogs.
“Paris is our one healthy back, and he can do a lot of things, so we wanted to get him the ball as much as we could. It’s 1903 football, and we’re not too bad at it.’’ Salas surpassed the 1,000-yard mark with his effort, and has 1,112 yards with two games left. He has scored eight of Golden’s 10 touchdowns, all on rushes. “He’s Paris, there’s nothing more you can say,’’ Joseph said. “He’s a great football player.’’ Standley Lake coach Don Morse was aware the Demons had used the wildcat previously, but he didn’t anticipate them using it exclusively. “We knew Salas was a great back, but his cutback ability … he can hesitate and wait for a hole to open, and that’s when he runs.’’ A Salas fumble at midfield led to the Gators’ first touchdown, set up by a 33yard pass from Jacob Naranjo to Fujinami. The two hooked up on a 31-yard touchdown that put the Gators ahead 14-6. But an inadvertent whistle kept the Demons’ final drive of the half alive and they tied the game with 46.9 seconds left in the half on Paris’ 64-yard run. Standley Lake reverted to its breadand-butter running game in the second half. The Gators marched 62 yards - all eight plays rushes - to take the lead for good on Jordan Downing’s second touchdown run, a 9-yarder. Moments later, Fijinami, who had 100 yards rushing and 87 on 4 catches, broke a 57-yard TD run up the middle. “Offensively, I felt pretty comfortable throughout,’’ Morse said. “I thought we could do what we wanted. But we knew it would be tough. They’re a good program. They’re well-coached and they fight. It’s always been a tough game when we play those guys.’’ The Gators finished with 357 yards
rushing, including 62 by Downing, 72 by Patrick McKinney and 67 by Mario Spears. Naranjo was 6-of-12 passing for 108 yards. “We got back to what like to do: ground and pound,’’ Fujinami said of the second half. “The line picked it up and the backs ran hard.’’ Golden (1-7, 0-3) lined up backup quarterback Michael Barella in the backfield with Salas and used starting QB Jake McCormick in the slot. Barella took some direct snaps and threw seven passes, completing one for 11 yards to McCormick, who was 0-for-3 passing. Joseph felt Golden was in the game even when it trailed 28-14. A long delay ensued when the Demons’ Jess Wainright was injured during a Standley Lake punt return and lay prone on the turf. Wainright eventually was taken off the field on a stretcher to an ambulance - waving to the crowd in the process. “He’s gong to be all right; it was precautionary,’’ Joseph said. “He was in good spirits the entire time and never lost consciousness. It was his neck, but he also had a seizure-like episode, and that’s what they were concerned about.’’ “We thought we had a legitimate chance,’’ Joseph added. “And for a half and for more than that until Jess got hurt - it was a great football game.’’ The win puts Standley Lake (6-2 overall, 2-1 Mountain) in a good position to secure a berth in 4A’s 16-team playoff field with a win over George Washington. The Gators, who entered the Golden game 13th in wild-card points, close the regular season against third-ranked Monarch. “If we beat George Washington, we’re in regardless,’’ Morse said. “But if we don’t then we have to (beat Monarch). 7-3 should get us in.”
Time Holy Family’s Erich Hixson took first with at the Class 3A Region cross country meet, a personal best time. The Tigers were fifth at regionals. Last season, Faith Christian’s Evan Fortney took first at state with a time of 16:44.56, Hixson was 45th last season after finishing in 18:17.54.
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State championship Saturday, Oct. 27 Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs The cross country season comes to a close with the state championship meet. The event kicks off with 2A girls at 9:30 a.m., with other races beginning every 30 minutes until the 5A boys take off at 1 p.m.
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AURORA - The Standley Lake softball team spent much of the 2012 season out to prove doubters wrong. And while the Gators didn’t make it deep into the Class 5A state tournament, their coach Carrie Ott felt her squad proved what they are made of. “We weren’t even supposed to make it out of regionals,” Ott said. “I think people kind of counted us out.” Their season came to an end on Friday when they fell 6-1 to No. 3 seed Chatfield in the opening round of the state tournament. The Gators went into the regional tournament as the 19th seed and won two of three games to qualify for state. “It was definitely a great season,” Ott said. “We had some up and downs like any teams do. We kept fighting hard and I think it showed even (Friday) that we aren’t going to give up.” Chatfield did most of its damage in the third and fourth inning. In the third, Carlie Sexton hit a 2-run home run over left field and then Quinn Dentino hit an
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Holy Family senior shortstop Moriah Turney makes a diving catch against the Valley Vikings during the Class 3A state softball semifinals at Aurora Sports Park Saturday. Photo by Andy Carpenean
Holy Family falls to Valley at state Vikings score two runs in seventh to top Tigers By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com AURORA - The Valley Vikings spoiled Holy Family’s hopes of a state title in softball. The Tigers, who reached the state tournament for the 13th consecutive season, allowed two runs in the top of the seventh and couldn’t answer before falling 3-1 in the semifinals of the Class 3A state tournament. “It’s tough,” Holy Family coach Glen Ramos said. “Our kids worked really hard to get here and that seventh inning was a rough one.” Holy Family tried to respond in the bottom of the seventh with a two-out rally, seniors Moriah Turney and Maeve Donovan each got on base with singles but both runners were stranded. Valley pitcher Bridgette Hutton kept the Tigers at stray most of the game. She struck out four and only allowed five hits. Holy Family was able to take an early lead in the second when Tess Cartlin hit an RBI single to score Donovan, but Valley answered with a run in the
fourth. The Tigers had a chance to go up big in the first inning; they loaded the bases with just one out. But a force out at the plate and a fly-out ended the threat. Holy Family beat Valley earlier this season 7-6. The Tigers opened state as the No. 2 seed and cruised to a 10-3 win over Basalt in the quarterfinals thanks in part to its seniors. Senior Nicole Garden struck out seven batters and allowed only two runs to get the win, she also scored two runs. Turney had two RBIs, while third baseman Caitlyn Krenz also had two runs and an RBI. Junior Kaycie Wood also hit a home run in fourth. Holy Family will graduate pretty much its entire infield, including Garden, Turney, Krenz and Donovan. Junior second baseman Grace Petersen and catcher Tess Cartin are the only underclassmen. “We had a phenomenal group of seniors,” Ramos said. “Every year you miss your seniors. You don’t replace seniors; you just have others that have learned how to be good leaders.” The Tigers went 5-1 to win the District 1 League and had their best season since 2008 when they won the state title. “This was a great season,” Ramos said. Strasburg won the 3A state title, edging Valley 3-2.
LAKEWOOD — There were no individual championships for Standley Lake in last Saturday’s Jefferson County League gymnastics meet at Bear Creek High School. But Gators coach Kristen Larington was more than pleased with the way her team responded. And why shouldn’t she be? After all, Standley Lake, led by Zoie Hoben, Breanna Polson, Maddi York and Sara Bissani, was able to come away with the team championship. The Gators counted on overall depth to score 179.65 points to edge Elizabeth (178.9) and third-place Chatfield (177.75). Danae Goldsberry of Elizabeth won the all-around in the 10-team meet scoring 37.125. She was able to edge Arvada West’s Jessica Jankowski (36.975) and Hoben (36.80) for the title. Bissani was seventh in the Allaround (36.25). “Obviously we hit on our events and had a great meet,” Larington said. “I think the kids did well with the pressure as it felt pretty intense. We just came in and hit and I’m excited and I couldn’t ask for more today. Zoie is my senior and she came in and had a great meet, hitting her best of the season. She was a girl who helped take us over the top. Now, we’ll have to see what happens in the region next week.” Hoben placed second on floor behind Goldsberry scoring 9.625 to her opponents 9.65. Bissani placed second on vault, Polson was third on beam (9.4) and York placed fourth on floor (9.45) to round out the top finishers for the champions. “The pressure was a hurdle for us to get over and I think our team did amazing, “ Hoben said. “It was so exciting. The key was to go out and have fun and my 9.6 on floor was my best of the season. We’ll be excited for region and I think we can do well. The competition is going to be strong, but I think we’ll be ready. This was just a good day for all of us.” Goldsberry was strong on all events except vault where she failed to place among the top seven. “Definitely it was not as good as I hoped on vault for me, nothing like I can usually do,” Goldsberry said. “But I felt good on floor, a bit better than I expected, as well as Beam and Bars. It would have been nice to win as a team, but we did have a good effort. “For the regions, we have to learn how to keep the pressure off,” Goldsberry added. “The big meets have been tougher. We have to be able to help each other and focus so we can hit our full potential. I don’t think we have all season and it would be nice to put it all together for region and state.” Arvada West finished fourth in the final standings with a score of 174.925 and now the Wildcats of coach Lori Wyss are looking forward to this weeks region meet.
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Legacy comes up short in bid for sixth straight title Loveland beats Lightning in semifinals to end Legacy’s state run By Jonathan Maness
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AURORA - The Legacy softball team was unable to defend its title for the sixth consecutive year. But nonetheless, the Lightning did make it an exciting state tournament. Legacy rolled through the opening round by beating Fountain-Fort Carson 3-0, but had to rally to top Eaglecrest 5-4 before falling to Loveland 9-2 in the semifinals. The Indians have been the only Colorado team to beat the Lightning, who finished the season 19-3-2, in the previous two years. Loveland went on to beat Dakota Ridge to win the Class 5A crown on Saturday. “We knew (Loveland) could hit and that we would have to answer,” Legacy coach Dawn Gaffin said. “We just didn’t answer.” The Indians had 12 hits in the contest, led by their pitcher Cassidy Smith, who had two hits and two RBIs. Smith, who was chosen the MVP of the tournament, also did her part on the mound of keeping the Lightning from scoring - she only allowed one earned run and seven hits. Loveland did most of its damage in the opening inning, getting six runs across and forcing Legacy to play from behind. Addie Codiron set the tone for the Indians with a three-run home run and was one of 12 Loveland players to bat in the first. The Indians added a run in the second and third, before Legacy was able to answer. An RBI double by Angelique Archuleta and an RBI single by Hanna Caress cut into the deficit in the sixth. The Lightning tried to stage a rally in the seventh with runners at second and third, but couldn’t take advantage. “We made some mental errors that we usually would not make,” Gaffin said. Legacy nearly lost on Friday afternoon after falling behind early to Eaglecrest in the quaterfinals.
Legacy’s team celebrates after coming from behind to defeat Eaglecrest during the second round of the state tournament. Photo by Photo by Jonathan Maness
The Raptors scored four runs in the first to put the Lightning in an early deficit, but Legacy battled back. Becca Prokaski hit an RBI triple in the third for Legacy’s first run, and then in the sixth the Lightning added another run. Paige Reichmund had two-run double in the seventh to tie the game and then Celyn Whitt hit an RBI single to
score Reichmund and cap the rally. “This was like a dream come true, every athlete dreams of this moment,” Whitt said after the game on Friday. Haley Smith went 2 for 3 with a run and RBI against Fountain-Fort Carson, she also pitched all three games for Legacy, earning two wins and striking out 10 batters.
Holy Family girls win Class 3A regionals Hixson finishes first to help Tigers’ boys qualify for state By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com LITTLETON - The Holy Family girls cross country team is well on its way to win the Class 3A state title.
Holy Family’s Lindsey Chavez races to the finish line at the Class 3A Region 3 meet at Clement Park in Littleton. Chavez finished second. Photo by Jonathan Maness
The Tigers had four runners finish in the top 10 at the 3A Region 3 meet Thursday at Clement Park in Littleton. Lindsey Chavez and Danielle Medearis led the way, taking second and third at the race. Chavez finished the race in 19 minutes and 44 seconds, three seconds behind Peak to Peak’s Dallas Frisbee, who took first. Medearis was third with a time of 20:03, Olivia Bartoletti (20:39) and Emma Stokes (20:42) were seventh and eighth. Eva Napierkowski (21:20) and Shannon Langfield (21:24) were 17th and 18th. The Tigers won the girls side with a score of 20, followed by Peak to Peak (35), Kent Denver (46), Faith Christian (87) and Clear Creek (98). This will be the third year at the state meet for Chavez and Medearis. Chavez was eighth her freshman year and came in sixth last season as a sophomore. Medearis was 17th last year. The Tigers were ninth as a team last season. Zena Mananares (22:14) was 25th and Megan Trainor (25:19) was 46th for The Academy. The Wildcats finished ninth at regionals. Not to be outdone, Erich Hixson won the boys side for the Holy Family with a time of 16:07. Aaron Hillman (17:16) was 11th for the Tigers and Joe Marcia (18:26) was 24th. As a team, Holy Family boys finished fifth with a score of 64. Peak to Peak (33) was first, followed by Platte Canyon (49), Bishop Machebeuf (51) and Faith Christian. Dillon Roddy (18:46) and Tristan Smith (18:46) were 32nd and 33rd for the Tigers. Hixson will be making his second trip to state, he placed 45th last season. The Academy’s Nathan Goyins (18:50) was 36th and Alex Duran (18:52) was 38th.
The state cross country meet is Saturday at Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs. The 3A boys begin at 10 a.m. and the girls are at noon.
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Halloween Carnival at City Park Recreation Center By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com For a safe and fun Halloween activity, the Halloween Carnival is the ticket. Sponsored by the city of Westminster, the event is from 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27, at City Park Recreation Center, 10455 Sheridan Blvd. The Halloween Car-
nival features a jumping castle, face painting, crafts and carnival games. Cost is $4 per child which includes full access to the recreation center. Parents and guardians are free. “With admission you get 10 game tickets which can be used at the carnival games,” said Heather Hammarstrom, recreation specialist. “Children also go home with a goodie bag.”
Hammarstrom said about 600 children attend the carnival each year and one of the most popular activities is the opportunity to meet a super hero. Children can get autographs and pictures with Batman, Captain America and Wonder Woman, to name a few. The Westminster Fire Department will also have a spooky safety booth with fun activities and safety tips for parents.
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