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Parker 12-6-2013
Douglas County, Colorado • Volume 12, Issue 6
December 6, 2013
A Colorado Community Media Publication
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Mountain lion seen in Parker No cause for alarm, wildlife division says By Chris Michlewicz
cmichlewicz@ourcoloradonews.com
A pair of Gingersnaps from a production of “The Nutcracker of Parker” watch Sugar Plum Fairy Jenna Carara from the side of the stage at the Mayor’s Annual Holiday Lighting event Nov. 29 at O’Brien Park.
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Hundreds gathered to sing carols and watch the lighting of the O’Brien Park trees on Nov. 29. They also enjoyed a preview of “The Nutcracker of Parker,” which is in its 10th year and is showing at the Parker Arts, Culture and Events Center Dec. 19-22. The Mayor’s Annual Holiday Lighting has become a tradition shared by families who want to get into the holiday spirit. Santa and Mrs. Claus even paid a visit and took gift requests. Hot chocolate was the preferred drink, despite mild temperatures.
PHOTOS BY CHRIS MICHLEWICZ
Three-year-old Conner Danjou gets his picture taken with St. Nick during the Mayor’s Annual Holiday Lighting celebration Nov. 29 at O’Brien Park.
surgeries provide chance for uninsured
Lion continues on Page 20
OpWalk in second year at Parker Adventist
mountain lion encounters
By Chris Michlewicz
Encounters between humans and mountain lions are increasingly common in Colorado, as people are occupying more and more lion habitat. If you encounter a mountain lion, experts advise: • Stay calm. • Talk calmly yet firmly to the animal. • Move slowly. • Stop or back away slowly. • Do not run. • Raise your arms to appear larger. • If the lion behaves aggressively, throw stones, branches, or whatever you can find. • Do not crouch down or turn your back. • Fight back if a lion attacks you. Source: Colorado Parks & Wildlife
cmichlewicz@ourcoloradonews.com It’s not very often that people look forward to surgery. For Eddie Gallegos, going under the knife means new opportunities, and a chance to get his life back. His knee, injured in a 1999 car accident and re-aggravated when he slipped on ice in 2011, causes excruciating pain, to the point where he can’t stand for more than half an hour without having to sit. Sometimes, he is unable to sleep. Gallegos was forced to quit his job at a warehouse, leaving him without health insurance. He has relied on a wheelchair and pain medication from a free clinic for the last two years, just to get by. A phone call last spring changed everything. After narrowly missing the cut the year before, Gallegos was selected for Operation OpWalk continues on Page 6
The Parker Police Department is warning residents to be on the lookout for a mountain lion after multiple sightings were reported. The agency took calls Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 from Parker residents who spotted what is believed to be the same mountain lion. Sightings have been reported as far west as Hilltop Road and Pine Drive and as far east as Canterberry Trail and Wanderlust Drive, near the entrance to the Canterberry Crossing neighborhood. Police officers are increasing patrols in the areas where the big cat has been seen. Colorado Parks and Wildlife is aware of its presence and police are asking witnesses to call in its location so officers can track it. Jennifer Churchill, spokeswoman for the wildlife division, said there is no cause for alarm and referred to it as a “keepyour-eyes-open situation.” “It’s not unheard of for lions to end up in that area. We do have sightings from time to time,” she said. Because of the proximity of the sightings, it is likely the same mountain lion, Churchill said, but added that it also could be a dispersing family group. There are no plans to trap or euthanize the animal. Although mountain lions are widely considered to be a big threat to humans, a recent study in Boulder revealed that they “do everything they can to avoid humans,” Churchill said. They are generally active from dusk until dawn. The mountain lion seen in Parker could be trying to find new territory or passing through. It is more likely to be attracted by the abundance of deer rather than house pets. Coyotes and foxes are more of a danger to family pets in backyards than mountain lions, Churchill said, but owners are advised to not leave their pets unattended. Mountain lions were particularly active in the Parker area in 2006. There were three sightings in the Timbers area of the Pinery in April of that year. Three months later, the police department received re-
Eddie Gallegos, 52, said he was nervous and grateful going into a knee surgery as part of OpWalk, which provides surgery and pre- and post-operative care at no cost to patients without insurance. Photo by Chris Michlewicz
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December 6, 2013
View of piano is black and white The 74-year-old Knabe grand piano sits silent in the room behind them. But the three women sipping tea at the small dining room table feel the music settle into them with the quiet joy only an old, beloved companion can bring. Music. “It’s like food,” Dee Netzel, 86, says. “I couldn’t imagine life without it.” “It’s a passion,” says Donita Banks, 77, “a compulsion.” The piano belongs to the third woman, the tiniest, just now able to sit at the bench after two months battling a back injury. Rita Jo Tensly, 84, says simply: “I want to die at the piano.” ••• They call themselves “sisters” — Dee from a small Wisconsin town, Rita from New York City and Donita from Pueblo. All classical pianists, a love for music binds them tightly. But what brought them together originally was the Denver alumnae chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota, an international music fraternity for women they joined while in college. Donita, the chapter’s archivist who chronicles the organization’s history in carefully constructed scrapbooks, spreads open an album on the table and points to a picture of smiling women, the SAI Singers. “There’s Dee and there’s me. We had a bicentennial program.” 1976. She turns to another page and another picture. 1995. Rita: “There I am in the front row.” Donita: “We were looking a little younger then.” All three burst into laughter. Another album contains photos of revered member Lela Putney, whose 104th birthday they celebrated in 2008. She left Denver several years ago to live near family and died at 108. Donita added the obituary and stories of her life to the scrapbook. Donita, who joined in 1960 and is one of the longest-running members, is adamant the SAI alumnae chapter was a key ingredient to Lila’s longevity. “What has kept us going,” she says, “has been music, friendship and service.” The chapter has 44 members from their
mid-20s to Dee, the oldest active member. About 25 attend monthly meetings from September to June in homes and churches throughout the metro area, wherever a good piano can be found. “I think one of the neat things about our group now is we are online,” Dee says, “and as careers bring people to our area, they look us up online and they find us.” The website also brings younger women to the graying chapter. Dee: “I love being with young people.” “It keeps me young,” Rita says. Dee: “We really aren’t categorized by age. … Music is just music.” “They like us for what we are,” Rita says. “Musicians.” ••• Donita, an only child, began playing at 7 when her parents brought home an old, Baldwin Acrosonic upright piano, signed by pianist Amparo Iturbi, sister of the famed pianist José Iturbi of Spain. “Really?” Rita asks. “Mmmhmmm,” Donita says, smiling, remembering. “I loved piano from the beginning.” In junior high school, she began accompanying the singers at church. In high school, she played for a singer who performed for service organizations and then was hired to accompany dancers at the Pueblo Conservatory of Music. She attended the University of Colorado on scholarship where a professor introduced her to contemporary music. Her son, her first child, was just seven weeks old when she accepted a job as youth choir director at a Lakewood church, the start to a career as a freelance musician who combined one-woman shows with
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choir directing. “It came to be a way of life,” Donita says. And when she battled breast cancer two years ago, she couldn’t wait to play again. “I had to get back to my music. Yes, I had to get back to my regular life.” Rita was 10 when her parents surprised her with the same piano in her sitting room for her birthday. “I took to it like a duck takes to water,” she says. She attended Juilliard and graduated from the University of Miami in Florida, then moved to Denver in 1953 and taught elementary school music for 28 years. She loves the classical composers. “I just love the way they put the music together. I think about the music, what they were thinking about, why they composed this music.” Her favorites are Debussy and Mozart. She looks at her hands. “My hands are very small.” She fans out her fingers. “So Mozart fits my hands.” Her eyesight is failing. And that is her biggest fear. “I dread the time if I never have any more sight to see the music because I don’t want to stop playing,” she says. “I feel better when I play this beautiful music.” Dee grew up in a poor, rural Wisconsin home. But her mother had inherited a piano. And to keep a mischievous Dee out of trouble, she started her with piano lessons. “I loved the teacher; I loved the music,” Dee says. “Nobody had to make me practice and I never stopped.” She would attend the University of Wisconsin, Madison, on scholarship. Later a staff accompanist at Metropolitan State University for 27 years, Dee began as an elementary and high school music teacher for nine one-room schools in rural Wisconsin that she had to get to in two days. “I’d roar up in my car and teach, then roar up to the next one,” she says. “I would spin around on the roads, I would knock over the mailboxes — I was in such a hurry.” Dee laughs. “I was young.” Rita smiles, taking a sip of tea. “We were
all young at one time.” Dee still practices every day, one of the reasons, she believes, that she doesn’t have any pain in her arthritic hands. Twelve years ago, macular degeneration clouded the sight in her left eye. In August, doctors found the beginning of the disease in her right eye. “I’m surviving,” Dee says and tells Donita and Rita about the musical program she played recently with a friend. “I played practically note-perfect. I’m going to keep going until I can’t see anything.” ••• The stories around the table this day compose a concerto of family remembered and talent ignited, of challenges faced and overcome, of the importance of sharing a singular passion with the world. They also, perhaps mostly, recount a friendship born, nurtured and sealed by the implicit understanding of a love and need for music and the deep happiness it brings. The piano waits across the room. A brass light that cost $100 arches over the music books of Debussy and Chopin resting against the piano rack. Rita’s $400 piano glasses lie on top. Rita: “It was worth it to me, to see the music … so I can play.” And play they will. Of that, there is no doubt. As long as they can, Donita says. Till, Dee concludes, the end. A benefit concert to raise money for “Mending Faces,” which sends doctors to the Philippines to operate on children with cleft palates, will be held Jan. 26 at 3 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1600 Grant St., Denver. The concert is presented by the Denver Alumnae Chapter and Sigma Upsilon Chapter, Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity. Tickets are $25, $10 for students. Contact Rita Jo Tensly at 303-7486889 or rjtensly@comcast.net. Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ourcoloradonews.com or 303-5664110.
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jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com A seven-hour state-level hearing Dec. 2 revealed details about the collaboration between the Douglas County School District and consultants hired to write papers on the alleged success of its reform efforts. Plaintiffs in the hearing, who alleged violations of the Colorado Fair Campaign Practices Act, also introduced a contract between DCSD and the conservative American Enterprise Institute (AEI) that explained the type of paper the district wanted to see. Previously, school officials said all payments to AEI came from the Douglas County Educational Foundation, but testimony revealed that the district paid for at least half of the $30,000 contract. The hearing, held at the Office of Administrative Courts in downtown Denver, was based on allegations that DCSD violated the state’s campaign law during the fall 2013 school board election campaign. Unsuccessful school board candidate Julie Keim filed the complaint. By 5 p.m. Dec. 2, the defendants had only just begun to present their side of the case, prompting the judge to schedule a continuance tentatively set for Dec. 10. Keim’s complaint alleges that DCSD’s pre-election actions were designed to benefit the “reform” candidates in the race. Those four candidates, including incumbents Doug Benevento and Meghann Silverthorn, and newcomers Judi Reynolds and Jim Geddes, won the Nov. 5 election. Attorney Jason Dunn, hired by DCSD to represent the district in the case and accompanied at the hearing by DCSD legal counsel Rob Ross, said evidence doesn’t support Keim’s complaint. “There is no evidence it was done with the intent to support candidates,” Dunn said. “At the end of the day, this is about political theater.” AEI’s Rick Hess and Max Eden wrote a paper, “The Most Interesting School District in America,” that the district emailed to parents Sept. 18 as a “just-released white paper” and did not identify as a districtpaid product. The Feb. 6, 2013, contract between DCSD and AEI outlines a $30,000 payment and scope of services, asking the organization to “research, create, publish and publicize” a 25-30 page white paper with three to five sidebars. DCSD’s requirements for the paper included a description of the district, the problems its reforms are meant to address, how the reforms are “new and dif-
ferent,” district challenges in the face of its reforms and lessons learned. The district’s lead spokeswoman and its foundation director, Cinamon Watson, signed as DCSD’s representative. Hess and Watson also exchanged emails about the paper in which the writer asked for further guidance. “Ideally, we would love for you all to help us help you,” Hess wrote in a March 22 email to Watson. “Rather, we would prefer it if you would tell us what you want us to focus on, what is most worthy of attention, what you’d like to see written about, and what your general angle on it and the paper is.” In her testimony, Keim also claimed statistics were “cherry picked” to reflect positively on the district, and that DCSD heavily edited Hess’ draft document, making 71 changes “that were, in my opinion, political in nature.” A separate contract with former U.S. Secretary of Education Bill Bennett, who both wrote a paper and made a public speech weeks before the election, has not been released. District leaders revealed only under questioning following Bennett’s Sept. 25 public speech that he, too, is a paid consultant. They have said the $50,000 used to pay him came from a donation made to the Douglas County Educational Foundation, the district’s nonprofit fundraising arm. “It feels like the district went out of its way to deceive the public that two experts wrote papers about how great the reforms are working,” Susan Meek, an activist who supported the losing candidates, testified. Though the two contracted documents were the focus of the Dec. 2 hearing, testimony also centered around alleged district restrictions on parent distribution of campaign material, online postings by two charter schools about election forums to which only the reform candidates were invited, and a sitting school board member’s Facebook posting — which Keim said suggested the district was seeking information to use against her. Two principals testified on behalf of DCSD as the defense began presenting its case late on Dec. 2. Principal Laura Wilson of Redstone Elementary, who had asked a parent volunteer to stop leaving fliers on cars parked in the school lot, said she was acting based on another parent’s complaint — not a district directive. Parker Core Knowledge Charter School Director Teri Aplin said she was unaware one of the candidate events posted with information sent to parents included only the reform candidates. Dunn moved Dec. 2 to dismiss the case, but Judge Hollyce Farrell rejected the motion.
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Parker Chronicle 5
December 6, 2013
Parade honors horse history Carriage event to cause street closures Dec. 14 By Chris Michlewicz
cmichlewicz@ourcoloradonews.com With all the pandemonium of holiday shopping sales and frustration of hourlong waits in the checkout line, sometimes it’s nice to get back to basics. Grumblings about the commercialization of the Christmas season are everpresent, and for good reason. So, when a spectacle comes along that involves beloved traditions, families cozied up in hats and gloves, and a downtown decked out in decorations, people pay attention. This year’s Parker Christmas Carriage Parade, starting at noon Dec. 14, promises the aforementioned and then some. The annual parade down Mainstreet and around the Victorian Drive loop pays homage to Parker’s rich equestrian culture. Every entry involves horses, and the carriages they tow are both elegant and historic. The carriages, many decorated to mark the season, transport dignitaries and equestrian group members from Douglas and Elbert counties along the route. Mayor Mike Waid, who once served as chairman of the parade when it was organized by the Parker Chamber of Commerce, has been both an observer and participant in the annual parade. His family looks forward to the event, and Waid is always encouraging newcomers to attend. “They can expect the most enjoyable, Norman Rockwell-style experience they’re going to find,” he said. “It’s one of the quintessential small-town Parker things we do.”
The 2013 version promises to be the largest parade yet, with a record number of entries and a massive audience lining the streets. Ice sculptors will carve out their creations and pictures with Santa are available for $5 from 1 to 3 p.m. at O’Brien Park. Also at the park is the “Home for the Holidays Winter Market,” which will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and a petting zoo that runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The events provide a “combination of modern lifestyle and equestrian heritage,” Waid said. A light snow fell on the parade a few years ago, making for an enchanting atmosphere. And while the theme of this year’s parade is “Winter Wonderland,” there are no hopes for inclement weather. The horses can handle it, but the biggest worry is cold temperatures driving away the crowds or making for a miserable outdoor experience. “From a picturesque standpoint, a little bit of snow would be cool,” Waid said. The parade will include a few stars. The town will honor Steve Budnack, chairman of the Parker Task Force for Human Services, as the 2013 Parade Grand Marshal in recognition of his tireless commitment to the task force and its mission. And finishing out the parade, as always, will be Santa Claus. “I’m happy to take a backseat to the big guy in red,” Waid said jokingly. Mainstreet and Victorian Drive will be closed from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and those parked within those areas will not be able to exit until the roads are reopened. Alternative parking outside of these limits is advised. 10.25Visit in. www.parkeronline.org/carriageparade for more information.
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Thanksgiving is real deal for crash survivor Man meets with team that saved his life By Jennifer Smith
jsmith@ourcoloradonews.com It might sound cliché, but Roger Dean really does have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. “It was a whole lot of events that individually don’t matter, but came together,” said the Parker resident. On Nov. 29 of last year, Dean was heading to pick up his granddaughter from school in his small Chevy S-10 pickup when a drunk driver changed his life forever. He was stopped at a light along with several other cars when a lifted Ford F250 — a very large pickup — literally ran over his truck. Fortunately, an off-duty lieutenant with South Metro Fire Rescue was a few cars
ahead of Dean and quickly called in the team of first responders that saved his life. Dean was able to thank that team Nov. 20 at Littleton Adventist Hospital, where he stayed for 60 days, when his rescue became a case study for trauma nurses. It was the first time he had been so bluntly presented with his own injuries. “Frankly, I was pretty nervous about coming,” he said. “But I kind of worked myself up to it. I’ve kind of been analytical about it. … It’s a little troublesome, but I’m OK with it.” He listened as the paramedics described how they found him slumped across the bench seat with his head smashed into the passenger window, face crumpled, one eye hanging out of the socket, blood coming out of both ears. Two things were clear: Dean hadn’t been wearing a seatbelt, and getting him out of the vehicle was going to be a challenge. They were clear for the same reason — at
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the time, Dean weighed somewhere between 450 and 475 pounds. And perhaps unfortunately for him, he was conscious. “But he had a very calm demeanor, which is great,” said Dusty Stevens, Franktown firefighter. Dean was able to help keep his own airway clear, freeing his rescuers up to get him loaded up and on his way to LAH’s emergency room. “Roger had more anesthetics than I’ve ever seen,” said Kim Muramoto, director of trauma programs. Dean watched as Dr. Mark Elliott showed a graphic video of the procedure he used to try to save his damaged eye. “Sorry, Roger, that it didn’t help,” said Elliott. “That’s OK, you guys did everything you could,” said Dean. Muramoto described the challenges of sending him through the CAT scan, which is rated for 475 pounds. If he were to come into
contact with the sides, the results wouldn’t be usable, and it could be dangerous to him, she said. She personally walked through with him to ensure that didn’t happen. Trauma surgeon Dr. Donald Conner said he placed two operating tables together to work on Dean. He described Dean’s crushed chest, fractured sternum and head injuries. “It’s amazing how God has built the face,” he said. “It’s kind of like a built-in crumple zone. A lot of his scalp was detached from his skull.” He only had to endure one follow-up facial surgery, as it was determined braces would fix the rest of the damage. “I really was blessed,” he said. “Things just went well for me, and I’m appreciative.” Dean says he’s gotten a new outlook on life since the accident, and thinks his sense of humor has gotten better. “He’s a different man,” confirms wife JoDee. “New and improved.”
parker news in a hurry Council OKs housing project
The Parker Town Council voted 6-0 to approve an application to rezone 63 acres south of Mainstreet, just east of Clarke Farms and west of Bar CCC Park. The Dec. 2 approval changes a plan approved in 2005 for an 844-unit age-restricted retirement village with an assisted-living facility and memory care. Instead, up to 223 single-family homes could be built. Applications for development must go through several more rounds of review before construction starts, likely in the middle of next year.
Class provides home tips
The town’s free homeowner building classes give the “do it yourself” type — and those who are not — a chance to ask any building-related questions. All types of projects can be discussed during the next class 6 p.m. Dec. 19. Typically, interior projects are popular for the fall and winter classes and outdoor projects for the spring and summer classes. Building division staff will take homeowners through the permit process and explain fees and required inspections. It’s a good opportunity to meet the people who will help with the application and plan review process, and also to meet with the field inspectors.
Gaming company owner indicted
The Colorado Attorney General’s Office announced that a grand jury indicted Ronald D. Gollehon, 63, and his companies Open Source Games Inc., WikiRainforest Inc, Gameworking LLC and others on 56 counts of securities fraud. Gollehon is accused of offering investment opportunities for an online game in development and soon to launch. “Mr. Gollehon failed to reveal his long history that included prior bankruptcies, pending lawsuits and $1.5 million in outstanding judgments against him,” said deputy attorney general Matthew Durkin. “He is a classic con artist who deceived investors and was caught red-handed.” Approximately 95 individuals made investments directly or indirectly through Gollehon, resulting in $885,930 in losses. He directed investments into his bank accounts from people in Douglas, Elbert, Arapahoe, Denver and Jefferson counties. Gollehon also solicited and accepted investments from people abroad and in other states. Gollehon is now in custody and will be prosecuted in Denver District Court.
DCSO helps families for Christmas
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has coordinated the Christmas for Kids Program for the past 14 years
and provided gifts to approximately 650 families in need. The sheriff’s office is continuing the tradition in 2013 by providing gift cards to families to help ease the burden of the holiday season and to help ensure all Douglas County families have a joyous holiday season. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help to make its program a success. It is looking for monetary donations and/or department store gift cards in the amount of either $25 or $50. Any monetary donations to the program will be used to purchase gift cards. Gift cards will then be distributed to families to purchase gifts for their holiday. All gift cards and donations should be delivered to the sheriff’s office no later than Dec. 10 so the DCSO can distribute them to the families before the holidays. Checks should be made out to Douglas County Sheriff’s Office with “Christmas for Kids” denoted in the memo line. Donations can be mailed to: Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Christmas for Kids, 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, CO 80109. They can also be dropped off between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday at the sheriff’s office headquarters or the substation in Highlands Ranch at 9250 Zotos Drive.
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Walk, a not-for-profit volunteer organization that provides free surgical treatment for patients without access to adequate medical care. It’s the second year for the OpWalk program, as it’s commonly known, at Parker Adventist Hospital. Gallegos, 52, literally counted down the days to the surgery and went to great lengths to avoid getting sick ahead of his knee replacement surgery Dec. 2. The night before, he was unable to sleep for a reason other than debilitating pain: nerves. When asked what he was most looking forward to after regaining his mobility, he gives an answer that underscores how difficult everyday tasks have become. “I don’t know, I’d like to walk to King Soopers and buy something and walk home, `cause usually I get there and then I have to call for a ride back,” he said. His mother, sitting nearby as nurses prepped him for surgery, became emotional as he talked about dealing with his struggles. He credited his parents with helping him maintain a sense of normalcy. Gallegos is considered a young patient for a knee replacement, but was the perfect candidate for OpWalk surgery. A rod was inserted into his tibia after the car accident in 1999 and removed a few years later. It allowed the bone to heal, but created a deformity that created stress on surrounding
Eddie Gallegos’s mother becomes emotional as he talks about the pain he has endured over the last decade. Gallegos received a free knee replacement at Parker Adventist Hospital as part of the OpWalk program. Photo by Chris Michlewicz cartilage. Eventually, the cartilage on the joint broke down, resulting in bone-on-bone chafing, said Dr. Derek Johnson, who was instrumental in bringing OpWalk to Parker Adventist. The knee replacement, which involves taking a centimeter of bone from both the femur and tibia and inserting a joint made of metal and plastic, will be a “life-changer,” Johnson said. “Hopefully this will allow him to get up, regain his mobility and ideally regain entry into the workforce and potentially obtain insurance,” he said. Gallegos says he looks forward to working again, not to mention climbing stairs without being on all fours. He’s also awaiting simple escapes, like walking in the grass, playing with his
dog and using his snowblower. Johnson looks forward to meeting with a rejuvenated man in six weeks. “It’s going to be great to see him back after the first of the year when he’s been up and walking and using his leg in a way he hasn’t in probably 5-10 years,” Johnson said. OpWalk provides all aspects of treatment, surgery, hospitalization, and pre- and post- operative care. Four other patients were scheduled to receive surgery this month at Parker Adventist at no cost. Other goods were donated by St. Anthony North Rehabilitation, Colorado Anesthesia Consultants, Sound Inpatient Physicians, Diversified Radiology, Crown Point Pharmacy, Zimmer Rocky Mountain, Timberview Clinic,
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County caters to rural residents New webpage addresses concerns
said er to By Ryan Boldrey shed rboldrey@ourcoloradonews.com es. ace,” A new page on the Douglas mple County website has designs on bem his coming a one-stop shop for rural residents and those considering facial moving into the area. ld fix “The goal was really to provide a warehouse of information for s just people moving to the rural areas,” said Douglas County planning n life supervisor Jeanette Bare. “It is a of hu- much different lifestyle for people coming from urban environwife ments.” The project began with the initiation of a 30-person rural framework committee appointed by the Board of County Commissioners in 2009, made up mostly of rural residents as well as some developer consultants. According to Bare, the committee examined a broad range of topics of importance to those who live in the country. “These are actual stakeholders in the rural community,” she
A new website hosted by Douglas County caters to current and prospective rural residents, serving as a one-stop shop that answers many common questions of those who do not live in urban areas. Photo by Ryan Boldrey said. “I don’t want to imply that the website is their resulting document, but it was the beginning of the discussion in terms of what does it mean to live in rural Douglas County, what are the challenges and issues they face, and what
are the values of rural living.” According to Bare, the county often gets calls and receives visitors seeking information on a wide range of topics including land management, water rights, septic systems, animal regulations, wild-
fire mitigation and more. The site hits on all those items with userfriendly links that guide people to documents, agencies and service providers. “The website is a guide to help residents make good deci-
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sions and be good stewards of the land,” said Commissioner Roger Partridge. “I live in rural Douglas County and I certainly appreciate it. It presents a better idea of what rural living truly is.” Partridge said the best thing about the site is that its contents were initiated by people who live in the rural sections of the county and that it was not just developed by the planning department. “Douglas County presents residents with the unique ability to live in the country, but still work in the city,” he said. “But because we have such close country living, we want the residents to be as well informed as possible and give them a guide. A lot of people didn’t grow up rural but have chosen to move to rural areas later in life. “It’s all we can do to give them that information they need ahead of time and make country living as nice as possible for them. The site is very comprehensive. We’ve touched on numerous topics that will come up, many times from residents.” To visit the site, please go to www.douglas.co.us/planning/rural.
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Chaparral High School student Anne Hart is presented with the Student of the Month plaque from Parker Rotary Club member Mike Oldham. Hart has a cumulative grade point average of 3.95 and is taking two advanced placement classes. Courtesy photo
milestones Brittany Huspeni, Scott Schmaltz, Jacob Sheldon and Renee Skoglund, of Parker, earned the dean’s citation for academic excellence in the Monfort College of Business for the spring 2013 semester at the University of Northern Colorado. Air Force Airman Travis J. Spurrier graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Spurrier earned distinction as an
honor graduate. He is the son of Cheryl Spurrier, of Littleton, and Brett Spurrier, of Parker. He is a 2012 graduate of Dakota Ridge High School, Littleton. Air Force Airman Michael N. Haupt graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Haupt is the son of Millicent Haupt, of Arvada, and a 2011 graduate of Ponderosa High School, Parker.
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Join forces to fight epidemic of distrust Survey results about trust always turn our heads. As the saying goes we build credibility by the teaspoon and lose it by the bucket when we make a mistake in our line of work. A recent Gallup survey indicated people have confidence in newspapers with 9 percent at a “great deal” and 14 percent at “quite a lot.” It represented a slip from two years earlier when the numbers were 12 percent and 16 percent respectively. This year our lot was nestled below TV news but above big business in the bottom half of the summarized list. HMOs took the bottom spot, and the military took the top spot with 43 percent at “great deal” and 33 percent “quite a lot.” By the way, nice work by small business taking second place. And another recent survey, the annual governance survey Gallup poll, pointed out that confidence in government’s
our view ability to handle international problems tallied a low with 49 percent expressing a great deal or a fair amount of confidence, reportedly 2 percentage points down from the previous mark of 51 percent in 2007. But just this past week, we found sad numbers from another recent survey — The Associated Press-GfK Poll, conducted by GfK Public Affairs & Corporate Communications — that points to an erosion of trust person to person. In broad strokes, the survey mirrors reported trends that the percentage of people who believe most people can be trusted is in decline. The survey results asked respondents to share how much they trust “people who they may not know very well” in various
letters to the editor Pity party for election losers
It surely seems to me that your newspaper is holding a pity party for the losers of the recent local school board elections. In your Nov. 14 issue we got to read about the grief and the depression being suffered by the supporters of the defeated challengers. Then in the Nov. 21 issue you have written about the disgruntled, sad, disappointed, exhausted Douglas County teachers who seem heartbroken with the election results. Your reporter seems to sympathize with the disaffected teachers by wringing her hands with them as they bare their hearts. The story incredibly claims that your newspaper couldn’t locate for an interview any teachers who are happy with the election results. As if that’s not enough, an adjacent story tells your readers how the election made the students at ThunderRidge high school most dissatisfied and concerned. Good citizens all know that minors aren’t yet wise enough to direct their own intellectual and moral formation. As such they also don’t get to vote until the age of majority. You do your readers no service by printing the views of children in our schools regarding the election outcome. We all should know that such opinions of high school students are not well grounded in the hard facts of life, and thus not newsworthy. Save it for the yearbook! The majority of voters in Douglas County don’t see things through the same lens as your education reporter. A lot of out-of-state money and muscle coming from supporters of the public teachers unions didn’t prevail at the ballot box. Post-election, I think there’s a lot of delight and satisfaction in our community in some education circles, but I haven’t read about it in your paper. Matt Werner Castle Rock
Too much subjective writing
Apparently Jane Reuter needs to get a new job, because she does not seem to understand the duties of her current one. As a journalist, her duty is to outline the facts in an objective manner, not subjectively grind away on a personal point of view. As a former journalist and Minnesota Public Radio broadcaster, I have read Ms. Reuter’s numerous stories (not articles) about the Douglas County School District with great dismay. Her latest attempt to color the issue in the Nov. 22-23 editions of the Douglas County newspapers finally prompted me to write. In just one paragraph of her half-page story, she uses more emotionally charged words than one would normally see in the editorial section. For example, whose metrics determined that those elected “narrowly won?” What objective measures are used to quantify the current board’s movement as “dramatic” reform? If they indeed “narrowly won,” how can they be “triumphing over” anyone? How on Earth did Ms. Reuter determine that the winners “triumphed” over “another slate largely supported by community groups”? If they won the election, doesn’t that clearly indicate that the winners were indeed supported by the community? Reasonable people can disagree about many things. However, journalists should not be allowed to voice their opinions shrouded under the cover of a news article. In any freshman journalism class, Ms. Reuter’s biased writings would be correctly categorized as opinion pieces. Elizabeth Hurd Parker Letters continues on Page 9
Thanksgiving leftovers are calorie-free treat Don’t you just love Thanksgiving leftovers? It could be the full meal just reheated and enjoyed as if it were Thanksgiving all over again. It could also be turkey soup, turkey salad, or turkey sandwiches, I love them all equally. And wouldn’t you agree that mashed potatoes and gravy just seem to taste even better on the second day? As much as I enjoy those tasty reminders of the holiday, my favorite leftovers are the feelings of gratitude and appreciation for those very special people in my life and the blessings I have received. It sure does feel good when we can love on our friends and family members on Thanksgiving and shower them with the love and appreciation they deserve
situations. The highest level of trust came for “people who have access to your medical records when you visit a doctor or hospital people,” with 50 percent choosing “a great deal/quite a bit.” Even in this top category, 29 percent said “just somewhat,” and 17 percent said “not much or not at all” in the same category. The highest level of distrust was in the category of “people driving the cars around you when you’re driving, walking or biking,” with 39 percent at “not much” or “not at all,” which makes sense given the random interactions on the streets. The three lowest levels of trust came in situations that are generally more random, such as interactions with people who swipe credit cards, people driving cars around you, and people met while traveling. The three highest levels of trust generally involved where the relationship may be less random and in some cases
A breakfast toast to good companions Have you had a circumstantial breakfast lately? That’s what I call a breakfast that impresses you, and not just because of the food. You remember it because of whom you are with, or where you are, or the timing. On your honeymoon, eggs have never tasted better. Or worse. You just came back from a funeral, and you can’t even taste your food. Your best friend is sitting across the table from you. He just flew in from northern California. I just fixed breakfast, and I won’t remember what I ate an hour from now, especially if I do the dishes. There were no circumstances. Now, if I get food poisoning, that will change everything. I thought about my best circumstantial breakfast and my worst, and I came up with both of them right away. The best was almost too easy. It was on a Sunday at the Brown Palace. I have never seen so much food. It was either all right or all wrong. That’s the way I feel when I watch “Man v. Food.” Adam Richman attempts to eat more food in 30 minutes than most of us eat in a week. And more than some homeless people eat in a month. Richman is from Brooklyn, and he went to the same high school that Woody Allen went to, and my talented friend Susan went to: Midwood. He has a master’s degree from the Yale School of Drama, so he’s not just an everyday glutton.
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He retired from competitive eating in 2012, and has lost 60 pounds. I don’t like the word “brunch.” I don’t like the word “portmanteau” either, but that’s what the word “brunch” is, just like “smog.” Brunch is a combination of “breakfast” and “lunch.” Smog is a portmanteau of “smoke” and “fog.” I am going to call what we had that morning at the Brown Palace breakfast, even though it was brunch. I am not interested in All You Can Eat, but the circumstances were favorable for the choice. My best friend was in town from northern California, and sitting next to him was my sister, who was in town from suburban Detroit. I would have been happy with a sponge on my plate. Instead I had prime rib and asparagus tips, and about ten other things. I may have had turkey and dressing. There could have been salmon on my plate at one time. Choosing the worst was a snap. UCLA Smith continues on Page 9
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for standing by us, supporting us, and loving us back. And I especially love the feeling when I can tell them again on Friday, Saturday and Sunday just how much they mean. Talk about amazing leftovers, it just
involve an ongoing relationship, such as with people who have access to medical records, people who prepare food, and people meet while traveling or away from home. Seems like the more people are connected by the conveniences of modern life, the more disconnected they are in other ways, such as building trust. We notice that trust is stronger in smaller circles where people have repeated interactions with the people who make up their lives. While we do our best to increase trust and confidence from our offices, we see an effort that needs to take place neighbor by neighbor, group by group. It’s not too early for a New Year’s resolution. Be a joiner, join a local organization, learn how it works and get to know the people involved. And if you are already involved, look for another opportunity. Survey says – stronger connections bring more trust.
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Pharmaceutical bill shows bipartisanship Located on every gallon of milk at any grocery store in the state of Colorado is a bar code that contains the history of that particular gallon — what dairy farm it originated from, where it was pasteurized, and when it expires, among other things. If there is a contaminated batch or an outbreak of disease, officials can trace where this milk came from and quickly respond. If you were to wander over a few more aisles at that same grocery store, to the pharmacy, you may be surprised to learn that no similar system of protection is in place. In fact, pharmacists cannot determine with any certainty where a prescription drug has been and whether it has been secured or safely stored on its way to the pharmacy. Making matters worse, there is no uniform oversight of this supply chain, where prescription drugs pass through many different hands (manufacturers, distributors, dispensers, and re-packagers). All that exists is a patchwork of state regulations that vary enormously from state to state.
Compare that to airport security. If every major U.S. airport had different security processes, with some easier to circumvent than others, imagine which one a terrorist would prefer. This is a serious issue that needs to be addressed. In 2009, nearly 130,000 vials of insulin where stolen, left unrefrigerated, and later found across the country in a national pharmacy chain after patients began reporting poor control of their insulin levels. Less than 2 percent of the insulin was ever recovered. And just a year ago, contaminated compounded drugs from a
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‘Conservative’? Hardly
Now that the “conservative” school board members have been re-elected, and the amendment to improve funding of our schools has been defeated, I have several concerns: • According to the dictionary, a conservative is one who wants to conserve and preserve. A school board conservative would be one who wants to conserve those things that are held in high regard by our society — such things as respect for teachers; fewer students per classroom; the right of teachers to collective bargaining; teacher salaries and benefits that attract and retain the very best. • Since the board wants to end dialogue with teachers, cut the district’s budget, and not provide funds for necessary supplies, our school district is likely to see experienced teachers leave, to be replaced by the less experienced. • Will we continue to see receptacles with signs asking us to donate school supplies? Should one of the wealthiest counties in the country have to beg for paper and pencils? • Since our board and voters primarily want to reduce expenditures, “unnecessary “ and “non-academic” classes such as music, physical education, extracurricular activities and art will probably be reduced or eliminated, thereby depriving students of knowledge that could enhance their health, interests, creativity, and possibly deprive them of discovering a career path that will keep them motivated to stay in school. • With larger classrooms, fewer supplies, demoralized teachers, fewer “non-academic” classes and extracurricular activities, we will likely see a higher number of drop-outs. • Finally, with collective bargaining minimized or eliminated, what alternative will teachers have but to go on strike? And it will be the teachers, not the school board or the voters, who will be blamed.
Congressman Mike Coffman, I have so many questions. Not just for you, but all so-called representatives. As you are the duly sworn representative of this district, would you mind answering a few questions? Why should we, as a representative of the people, vote for you or any other politician? Why should we vote for representation at all? I only ask this question as it seems that most congressional representatives fail to represent the people that elect them into office. It is not just limited to partisan politics, but the entire system of the U.S. government lately. Why do we currently have a star chamber and what is its purpose that is the FISA court? Why the secrecy and lack of accountability? Does the sitting government fear its people? What can you do about the rising concerns of an increasingly paramilitary citizen police force? What is the purpose of using a SWAT team to serve warrants for non-violent offenders? Is it control of the populace? It should be known that there are more U.S. citizens killed by police than from foreign or domestic terrorism. I never agreed with the implementation of the Patriot Act. The name itself sounds so patriotic, but it is nothing of the sort and is very antithetical to the entire U.S. ideology. Why do corporate interests seem more important than citizen interests to all politicians? Does the common citizen that does donate to a campaign have any voice anymore? Sorry for all the questions. I just don’t feel represented by anyone anymore except Google, Microsoft, Apple, Comcast and all of the rest of the megalopolies. Hoping for change that I will most likely never see, Steven Stormo Centennial
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goofed up my student deferment, and I was notified by mail that a pre-induction physical was required. UCLA assured me that the deferment would be processed — after the physical. If you know Los Angeles you know MacArthur Park. You may know MacArthur Park if you don’t known Los Angeles, because of the Jimmy Webb song. It’s an awful song. The physical was performed a block away. Things were done to me that I would rather not discuss, and after it was over, they handed me a coupon for a free breakfast. Why didn’t I just get in my Volkswagen and go back to West Los Angeles? Because
work to tackle tough problems. Our common-sense proposal will help reduce the burden of a cumbersome, patchwork regulatory system, driving costs down, while also protecting families from counterfeit or tainted drugs. Now we’ll know who has handled the medicine we take and give to our kids and where and when they handled it. If Colorado fruit growers can track a peach from the tree to the store, consumers should reasonably expect the same level of scrutiny for their prescription drugs. Pharmacists in Colorado fill more than 60 million prescriptions every single year, and for many of us, the medications we take can mean the difference between life and death. Families purchasing these drugs deserve to know they are safe. Now, with the bipartisan and pragmatic Drug Quality and Security Act, they can have that peace of mind. Democrat Michael Bennet has represented Colorado in the U.S. Senate since 2009.
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doesn’t get any better than that. Another benefit of gratitude leftovers is this, they are all calorie-free. We can partake in these tasty leftovers for days, weeks, months and years and never gain an ounce or an inch. With all of the energy we would use and excitement we would generate by actively pursuing things to be grateful for and people to appreciate, we may just lose a few ounces and inches. As good as the turkey, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce tastes, after too many days in the refrigerator they will all eventually need to be consumed or thrown away. That doesn’t happen with gratitude leftovers. They can last for as long as we are willing to recognize just how meaningful and important they are to our own happi-
ness and relationships. Most of us are fed and fed well at Thanksgiving, we are nourished with tables and plates full of delicious food prepared by those closest to us that we have chosen to share Thanksgiving with. Sooner or later, though, the initial meal and surplus goodies will be gone. But when we feed our attitude and spirit with the meals of gratitude and appreciation, we can live off of that nourishment for a very long time. I truly hope that you had a warm, wonderful, and happy Thanksgiving, and I hope that you will enjoy the calorie-free leftovers for a very, very long time. I would love to hear all about your leftovers at gotonorton@gmail.com and thank you all for making this a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Highlands Ranch, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation and the CEO/founder of www.candogo.com.
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center in New England caused a meningitis outbreak, which killed 64 people. All that’s about to change. A few weeks ago, the most comprehensive drug safety bill in a quarter-century became law. The Drug Quality and Security Act would track prescription drugs from the time they are manufactured to the moment they are delivered to the drugstore. Like UPS or FedEx, but for prescription drugs instead of packages. And it won’t add a penny to our deficit. These supply chain security provisions are the culmination of more than two years of bipartisan work we did with Senator Richard Burr, a Republican from North Carolina, in conjunction with a wide range of business and consumer groups. In a dysfunctional Congress that has deservedly earned its reputation for unprecedented levels of partisan gridlock, this bill passed both the House of Representatives and the Senate unanimously. It is a shining example of what can be achieved when we put our political differences aside and
there was nothing in the refrigerator, and how bad can any breakfast be? I don’t know how to cook, but I can make a decent breakfast. I don’t remember the name of the place. It could have been Puddled Eggs, or Suspicious Hash, or Mush of Pork? They all describe the gobbets on my plate. I said that I would have been happy with a sponge on my plate at the Brown Palace, because I was with my best friend and my sister, who would make up for almost anything on the menu. That’s not really true. If Mike and Cindy had been with me at Puddled Eggs it wouldn’t have helped. The orange juice was poached. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast. net
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The historic Hildebrand Farm at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield will be illuminated during “Trail of Lights” through Jan. 1. Courtesy photo
LoveLy Lights make hoLidays bright Area offers plethora of places to enjoy
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sellingboe@ourcoloradonews.com Pull on the jackets and mittens and head outside for an evening surrounded by fanciful holiday lights. Enjoy music, seasonal entertainment and perhaps some warm cocoa as one enters a magical world. Some suggestions: • “Trail of Lights” at the Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield offers illuminated paths through the countryside, plus a decorated historic farm, where one can explore the Green Barn and silo, the children’s area and homestead. Here, you will also see illuminated antique tractors, a warming hut, fire pit and on some nights, hayrides. Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield is located on Deer Creek Canyon Road, west off Wadsworth, just south of the C-470 intersection. Admission: $10-$12, $8-$10 member, $7-$9 child, $5-7 member child (depending on the date). Free 2 and under. Open nightly 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. through Jan. 1. • “Blossoms of Light” at Denver Botanic Gardens York Street offers lighted trees, paths and structures, with seasonal entertainment on some evenings, themed gardens and a synchronized light
and musical showcase in the UMB Amphitheater. At both DBG gardens, warm drinks, treats and Holospex 3-D glasses are available for purchase. Admission: $10-$12/$8-10 member; $7-9 child/$5-7 member child (depending on the date). Open nightly 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. through Jan. 1. • “Zoolights” at the Denver Zoo in City Park offers a stroll through 38 acres of lights, with 150 animated animal sculptures and a special Zoolights Lantern Festival in the new Toyota Elephant Passage. Seasonal entertainment: (text Dzoo to 56512 for schedule). Open 5:30 to 9 p.m. nightly through Jan. 5. Admission: $12 adults, $10 over 65, $8 children; free 2 and under; members receive a $2 discount on tickets. (Daytime admission does not include Zoolights.) The zoo closes at 5 p.m. and reopens at 5:30. • Denver’s City and County Building at 14th and Bannock streets is illuminated through the season, as is Union Station and points in between, which may call for a driving tour. • Drivers in the south area will want to drive down Littleton’s Main Street, where thousands of lights twinkle nightly. A stop for a snack, tea, a drink, might be in order
here. A special shopping night is planned on Dec. 7. • Hudson Christmas at Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, is open 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7 and nightly Dec. 13 to 31. A collection of 250,000 lights will line paths for a walkthrough garden stroll. Santa will meet with children and hot cocoa will be available at several locations. Tickets: $9/$6 through Tickethorse or at the garden shop or box office. • A Holiday Evening at the Farm is presented from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 8 only at the Littleton Museum, 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton. The outdoor event is lighted by Farilitos and an occasional bonfire. The two farm homes are decorated and there will be music, snacks and warm cider. There is musical entertainment. Tickets are available at the museum and Littleton’s Bemis Library in advance: $10 general public; $7, Friends of the Library/Museum members; $3 children. If any are left, they will be for sale at the gate on Dec. 8, but they often sell out in advance, since attendance is limited to 1,500. 303-795-3950.
Skillful staging tells a sad story Wartime fears play role in play at Vintage By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@ourcolorado news.com In many instances, we complain about the transition of a well-loved book to film and stage, but Kevin McKeon’s adaptation of the best-selling “Snow Falling on Cedars” by David Guterson works quite well — due in large part to a skillful director, Sam Wood. The complicated story starts in 1954 with Kabuo Miyamoto (Dale Li) on trial for the murder of Carl Hein, who had been a childhood friend. The script then proceeds to tell the backstory through numerous flashbacks: to a teenage love affair between Ishmael Chambers (Ben Cowhick) and Hatsue Mitamoto (Arlene Rapal); to the Japanese-American farmers who raised strawberries and wanted to buy more land; to the announcement of the Pearl Harbor bombing; the growing prejudice against — and eventual arrest and intern-
if you go “Snow Falling on Cedars,” adapted from David Guterson’s award-winning novel by Kevin McKeon, plays through Dec. 15 at Vintage Theater’s studio theater, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $25/$20 advance, 303-856-7830, vintagetheatre.com. ment of — Japanese-American citizens who were residents of the island in Puget Sound where the story takes place. Maria Cheng as Fujiko Imada and Rob Payo as Hisao Imada reflect another sort of prejudice in warning their daughter, Hatsue, against dating a white boy because “you couldn’t trust them.” The set is a simple suggestion of a waterfront with minimal set pieces from which the audience is transported to the Manzanar Relocation Camp in Central California — and elsewhere. (It was one of 10 in the U.S., including Amache in southeastern Colorado, where 110 Japanese-Americans were incarcerated during World War
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Column collection ready for reading Smitty Smith’s long nose and big brown eyes grace the cover of Craig Marshall Smith’s recently published “This is not a daschund,” a collection of some of the writer/artist/Highlands Ranch curmudgeon’s columns from Colorado Community Media papers. Books are in stock at Tattered Cover bookstores on the shelves of Colorado writers, we are told. Smith said the title was inspired by painter Rene Magritte’s painting of a pipe, “The Treachery of Images (This is not a pipe).”
SSPR craft fair
South Suburban’s 27th Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 7 at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Glass art, photos, paintings, candles, soaps, foods, decorations, scarves, hats, purses, jewelry and more … Admission is free and South Suburban’s Sparks Gymnastics team will offer free gift-wrapping. The concession stand will be open for lunch.
Photo exhibit
“Eight Eyes are Better Than Two” is the title for an exhibit of works by Andy Marquez and three of his students: Nancy Peterson, Fran Baron and Larry Stearns. It will be held in the atrium of the Littletown Building, 2329 W. Main St., Littleton, at 4-8 p.m. Dec. 11, 12, 13; and 10 to 3 p.m. Dec. 14. 303-797-6040.
Young voices
The Young Voices of Colorado — 180 singers in several children’s choirs — will present a Holiday Concert at 4 p.m. on Dec 8 at the Newman Center, 2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver. Music by: Bach, Purcell, Caldwell, Ivy, Kesselman and traditional Christmas music. Tickets: at Ticketmaster.
Word on the Streets
The Streets at Southglenn announces a holiday schedule that includes: Clydesdale Carriage Rides and Dickens Carolers on Saturdays from 4 to 8 p.m.; Denver Figure Skating Club Holiday show at 5 p.m. Dec. 14; Santa Photos with your pet from 2 to 6 p.m. Dec. 15; Jingle Bell DJ from 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 21; Visit Santa at Guest Services, Fridays through Dec. 13, 4 to 8 p.m., Saturdays through Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays through Dec. 15, noon to 6 p.m.; and a skating Santa on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 p.m. at the CUBE, which is open for skating at various hours. See: shopsouthglenn.com/events/holiday.
Winter Wonderland
Dale Li, Arlene Rapal and Ben Cowhick are in the cast of “Snow Falling on Cedars” at the Vintage Theatre.Courtesy photo II.) There is a battle scene where Ishmael is wounded and a series of flashbacks interspersed with courtroom arguments and witness-questioning by Nels Gudmundsson (veteran actor Roger Simon, who actually is a lawyer), defending Miyamoto, and prosecutor Alvin Hooks (David Cervera). Lighting technician Jen Orf had ongoing responsibility in staging this play. The lighting in the small, long and narrow studio theater highlighted numer-
ous flashbacks clearly, moving the complex story along to its conclusion. Director Sam Wood and a polished cast had their timing precise as we transitioned back and forth through the years. A strong cast and wellwritten script remind us of an unfortunate piece of history we may have forgotten. I hope some audience members will be moved to find the book at their library and enjoy Guterson’s fine writing after seeing “Snow Falling on Cedars.”
The “Wind Crest Winter Wonderland Song and Dance Variety Show” will be held from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at 3235 Mill Vista Rd., Highlands Ranch. Residents will showcase their talent. They will be joined by guests from the Colorado Dance Center and Bear Creek High School. Information/ RSVP: MelTansill@Erickson.com.
Singing songs
The One World Singers, including members from Centennial, Englewood and Littleton, will present “A Caribbean Christmas Mass” at 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 14, with the Pan Jumbie Steel Pan Band. The concerts will be at the landmark St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 2201 Dexter St., Denver. Tickets: $15, free 12 and under, A $6 optional drink and dinner is available after the 7 p.m. show. Tickets: oneworldsingers.org.
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Day’s birds are numbered Audubon uses volunteers for Christmas tally
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The Audubon Center is at 11280 Waterton Road, Littleton. Drive south on Wadsworth to the south end of Chatfield State Park and turn left into the marked parking lot.
Family members of all ages are invited to participate in an event that started in 1900 in New York’s Central Park and now extends through the U.S., Latin America and elsewhere in the world. Bird watching is said to be the No. 1 sport in America, according to the Outdoor Industry Foundation, said a story in Colorado Business magazine. In 1900, Dr. Frank Chapman, ornithologist at the American Museum of Natural History at the north end of Central Park, suggested that instead of going out and shooting as many small birds as possible, people should go out and count them on a given day and compile a record of what they
spotted. He sparked a movement that draws amateur “citizen scientists” and professionals out early in the morning on a given day between mid-December and early January to count birds seen within a set boundary and turn in the count to the Audubon Society. Results are tallied and sometimes they highlight an environmental threat or evidence of climate change, which will help conservationists in efforts to protect birds when and where possible. On Dec. 14, the Audubon Society of Greater Denver invites birders of all
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abilities to its Nature Center at Chatfield from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a Christmas Bird Count and Holiday Party. Binoculars are available for loan and hot chocolate will bring added energy as families and individuals join the experts to see which feathered friends are visiting Chatfield that day. Make bird ornaments and decorate cookies. The event is free and there should be information about Audubon’s ongoing educational opportunities for all ages. (This center is especially adapted to share its enthusiasm with very young children and offers “Fledgling” programs.) Those who are interested, but not free that day, can check for other bird count opportunities in Denver (Dec. 14), Denver Urban (Jan. 1 at numerous locations), and Douglas County Dec. 28 at Roxborough State Park Christmas Bird Counts. Please register at 303-973-9530, info@denveraudubon.org.
curtain time Phamaly holiday production
“It’s a Wonderful Life,” the favorite Christmas fable about George Bailey of Bedford Falls, will be presented by Phamaly Theatre Company at the Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora, from Dec. 7 to 22. Directed by Bryce Alexander and Steve Wilson, it stars Jeremy Palmer as George Bailey and Lindsay Palmer as Mary (Hatch) Bailey. Performances: 7:30 Fridays and Saturdays and Dec. 16 and 19; 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $29/$25, 303-739-1970, phamaly.org.
Musical variety
“Home for the Holidays,” produced by Starkey for Lone Tree Arts Center, plays Dec. 12 to 22 at LTAC,
10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. This family-oriented production has a cast of about 50, with live music, elaborate costumes, new and traditional material. Arrive early to visit the handsome Lone Tree Art Exhibit and Sale in the lobby, adjacent hall and room. Tickets: 720-509-1000, LoneTreeArtsCenter.org.
Brrrr! “Guys on Ice — a musical about ice fishing” plays Dec. 13 to 22 at the Aurora Fox Studio Theatre, 8800 E. Colfax. Ave. Meet fishing buddies Marvin and Lloyd, directed by Charles Packard. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22. Tickets: $26/$22/$13,
303-739-1970, Aurora Fox.org.
Pronounce it Fronkensteen! “Young Frankenstein,” with book by Mel Brooks, music and lyrics by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, plays Dec. 13 to Feb. 2 at Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora. Town Hall’s education director Seth Maisel will play Frederick Frankenstein —pronounced “Fronkensteen” — the mad scientist’s New York son, who insists he is actually a sane scientist. Deb Flomberg is director. Performances: 7:30 Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays, plus 6:30 p.m. Dec. 31. Tickets: $31 ($26 adv.), 303-856-7830,vintagetheatre.com.
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THINGS TO DO DEC. 5 CHRISTMAS SHOW. Castle Country Assisted Living plans a Celtic Christmas show at each of its three houses on Dec. 5. The show will feature the musical stylings of local bagpipe player. Show times are 11 a.m. at Cantril House, 221 Cantril St.; at 1 p.m. at Valley House, 255 S. Valley Drive; and at 3 p.m. at Victorian House, 19600 Victorian Drive in Parker. All are welcome to join Castle Country residents, staff and friends for any or all of these free shows. For information or to RSVP, call 303-482-5552. DEC. 6 BLOOD DRIVE. PACE Center community blood drive is from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 6 inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org. All donors who give blood between Dec. 8 and Jan. 18 will receive a Bonfils T-shirt, while supplies last. DEC. 6-7 ART MARKET The Old Town Parker Holiday Art Market is from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, and Saturday, Dec. 7, at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Fine arts gifts galore are amid a whirlwind of music and dance at the PACE Center,
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It all began about 10 years ago when Christy Wessler started a holiday sing-along with her Swallow Hill Music Association students. “It has morphed,” she said. “I told myself: Next year we can do this … And it has become a concert.” The Christymas Carolers were formed from her voice students and as the audience grew, a larger space was needed. Hampden Hall at the Englewood Civic Center offered a well-designed concert hall that was still close to the Swallow Hill Christy Wessler’s annual Sing-Along Christmas Concert neighborhood, so “Christy Wessler’s 11th will be Dec. 13 in Hampden Hall at Englewood Civic Annual Christmas Sing-Along” will be pre- Center this year. Courtesy photo sented there at 7 p.m. Dec. 13. She hopes to expand to She and the Christymas a broader base of followers IF YOU GO Carolers, accompanied by piathrough the move. nist Pamela Weng, will lead the Wessler, who lives in CenHampden Hall is at 1000 audience in traditional carols. tennial, is music director at Englewood Parkway, on the Well settled into a career as Denver’s Unity on the Avenue second floor of Englewood’s a performer, Wessler, a mother Church at 17th and Dahlia. Civic Center. Christy Wessler’s of four grown children and a She also teaches voice and Annual Christmas Sing-Along grandmother, recalls a someperformance classes regularly Concert will be at 7 p.m. Dec. what rough start. at Swallow Hill, where she 13. Tickets cost $15/$7.50 from “I was smart in high school served as a board member for producer Judy Duran, 720and started college majoring nine years. 270-5767 or at bighaired.com. in social work and minoring She is a singer, songwriter, in math — I hated everything director, guitarist and recording artist. In the mid-1980s, she studied and dropped out for a year and a half. My classical voice, but her favorite genres are mother suggested I consider a drama major and I loved it!” folk and country music. She fortunately found her groove and Two trios with which she performs, Strum Therapy and Zelda Blue, will be fea- has been performing ever since. Her most tured on the concert program. Wessler will recent CD is “Angels Without Wings,” about the specialness of children with disabilities. be both emcee and soloist.
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FAMILY SHARING. Parker Genealogical Society will meet
at 1:30 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Pine Drive Fire Station, 10795 S. Pine Drive, Parker. Invites members (past, present and future) to join us for our annual “Family Sharing” event for the holidays. Bring a photo and share a brief story. Coffee and punch will be provided. Everyone is welcome.
DEC. 7, DEC. 14, DEC. 21 SANTA VISIT. Santa Claus is coming to the PACE Center from
5-9 p.m. Nov. 29-30, Dec. 7, Dec. 14 and Dec. 21. Enjoy a free carriage ride from O’Brien Park and stop at the PACE Center to talk with Santa. Hosted by PACE and the Foerster Realtor Team. The PACE Center is at 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Go to http:// pacecenteronline.ticketforce.com/default.asp. Calendar continues on Page 16
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This “View From Studio” acrylic on canvas by Rita Derjue won first place in Littleton’s 2013 Own an Original Exhibit at the Littleton Museum. Margaretta Gilboy was the juror. Courtesy photo by Dustin Ellingboe
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bitions listed in her biography, as well as inclusion in museum and private collections. She teaches at the Denver Art Students League. Visitors can view three paintings by Gilboy to the right of the exhibit entrance, which reflect her unique worldview, including a blend of cultures. Her selections for the exhibit are varied and intriguing, connected by expert technique in assorted media. She expressed surprise at how different pieces looked on the wall, compared to their appearance on the slides from which she made her selections. She particularly paused at Stefan Begej’s “To Infinity and Beyond,” with its exploded Buzz Lightyear figure, to exclaim about the difference. “Winery Afternoon,” an acrylic painting by Eldon Ward of Fort Collins, was awarded Best of Show. The paint-
ing, which gives us a view through a window to the outside lawn and a relaxed couple on the grass, reflects Ward’s career in architectural drafting, design, landscape design, project management and more. He writes on his website that he does many of his paintings on recycled doors, although this is a canvas. We will have the opportunity to view a large selection of his work next summer, since the Best of Show winner is given the chance to hold a oneperson show the following year. “The spaciousness makes me feel happy,” Gilboy said of Littleton artist rita derjue’s large acrylic on canvas, “View From the Studio,” which won First Place. The bright, light palette derjue chose frames the mountain view she can see from her home studio window — a view she fiercely protects. Gilboy, who has also worked in ceramics, gave Second Place to Ileana Barbu’s gleaming “Summer,” a wall-hung sculptural piece created in white porcelain. “It’s just so technically amazing,” said Gilboy. Third Place went to Anna Kaye’s small, subtle graphite on paper drawing, “Sterling Braid,” another work that invites a close look.
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A Classic Parker Holiday with Parker Chorale and Parker Symphony Dec. 6-7 at 7:30 p.m. The Nutcracker of Parker Dec. 19, 20 at 7 p.m. Dec. 21, 22 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. New Year’s Eve 2013 Dec. 31 at 7:30 p.m.
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DEC. 7-8 BALLET SHOW. Parker Youth Ballet plans its holiday performance “12 Dancing Days of Christmas” at 2 and 5 p.m. Dec. 7-8 at the Mainstreet Center. Tickets are available at the Mainstreet Center. DEC. 10, 16, 20 PRESCHOOLERS SING CAROLS. Castle Country Assisted Living will welcome local preschoolers for caroling at each of its three houses. The preschoolers will perform at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 10 at Valley House, 255 S. Valley Drive; at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 16 at Victorian House, 19600 Victorian Drive in Parker; and at 4 p.m. Dec. 20 at Cantril House, 221 Cantril St. The public is welcome, and families are encouraged to attend. For information or to RSVP, call 303-482-5552. DEC. 10-12 CHRISTMAS POTLUCK. Castle Country Assisted Living will celebrate the holiday season with a country-style potluck at each of its three houses. Local acoustic guitarist and vocalist Liz Masterson will provide entertainment. Known as the “Songbird of the Sage,” Masterson has been performing Western music for more than 30 years and is a founding Board member of the Western Music Association. Potlucks are at 5 p.m. Dec. 10 at Cantril House, 221 Cantril St.; at 5 p.m. Dec. 11 at Victorian House, 19600 Victorian Drive in Parker; and at 5 p.m. Dec. 12 at Valley House, 255 S. Valley Drive. This holiday celebration is free and open to the public. Bring a dish to share that serves 16. For information or to RSVP, call 303-482-5552.
THROUGH DEC. 15 GIFT CARD drive. Resort 2 Kindness (R2K) hosts its BIG GIVE 2013 gift card drive to benefit the Colorado flood victims. The drive runs from Nov. 15 to Dec. 15. R2K will collect unused, unexpired gift cards valid at any restaurant, grocery store, home store or retail store in Colorado. All cards will be given to the Emergency Family Assistance Association. Gift cards can be mailed to Resort 2 Kindness, 9781 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 200, Englewood, CO 80112. Monetary donations can also be made online at resort2kindness.org. DEC. 23 BLOOD DRIVE. Parker Adventist Hospital community blood drive is from 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Dec. 23 inside the Inspiration Conference Room B at 9395 Crown Crest Blvd., Parker. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www. bonfils.org. All donors who give blood between Dec. 8 and Jan. 18 will receive a Bonfils T-shirt, while supplies last. DEC. 27 BLOOD DRIVE. Walmart community blood drive is from 12:30-5 p.m. Dec. 27 inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 11101 S. Parker Road, Parker. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org. All donors who give blood between Dec. 8 and Jan. 18 will receive a Bonfils T-shirt, while supplies last.
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NEW YEAR PARTY New Year’s Eve, Motown Style, is Dec. 31 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Featuring signature cocktails, savory appetizers, mingling, music by the Motones and Tripping Griswolds, and a silent auction with more than 50 items to bid on throughout the evening. Visit www. pacecenteronline.org or call the box office at 303-805-6800.
Show and Rodeo needs 150-200 volunteers in guest relations, children’s programs, horse and livestock shows, and the trade show. The 108th stock show is Jan. 11-26. To learn more about the volunteer opportunities and to set up an interview for a volunteer spot, attend the National Western volunteer round-up from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at the National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St., Denver. For information and to fill out a volunteer application, go to http://www.nationalwestern. com/volunteer/ or contact Kellie at 303-299-5562.
DEC. 13-14 SUPERHERO SPOOF Singerman and Choirboy present A Christmas Musical Superhero Spoof at 7 p.m. Dec. 13-14 at the Mainstreet Center. A comedy of a simple choir director and his young protege who become superheroes by using music to save the world from all kinds of dilemmas. Tickets are available at the Mainstreet Center. DEC. 13-22 RADIO PLAY Goodness Gracious! Productions presents “A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play” from Dec. 13-22 at Deep Space Events Center, 11020 S. Pikes Peak Drive, #50, Parker. Purchase tickets at www.goodnessgracious.org or by calling 303-9684157. Seating is limited, reservations are encouraged. DEC. 15 AARP NIGHT Join AARP at a Denver Nuggets game on Dec. 15, and bring in a children’s book suitable for ages kindergarten to third grade to donate to Serve Colorado. Stop by the AARP booth
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THROUGH JAN. 3 NATURE ARTWORK The Parker Artist Guild presents “Nature’s Patterns,” a collection of artwork focusing on the beauty of patterns in nature. A special opening reception is at 6 p.m. Nov. 22 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. For information about this event, visit the Parker Artists Guild at www.parkerartistsguild.com. JAN. 18 AUDITIONS KIWANIS Club of Castle Rock will have auditions for the 10th annual Stars of Tomorrow talent contest from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 25 at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Applications and a $10 entrant fee are due by Jan. 18. Applications and details can be found at www.kiwanisatcastlerock.org. The final competition is at 6:30 p.m. March 14 at the Lone Tree Arts Center. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www. lonetreeartscenter.org, by calling 720-509-1000 or at the door. EDITOR’S NOTE: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send information to calendar@ourcoloradonews.com, attn: Parker Chronicle. No attachments. Listings are free and run on a spaceavailable basis.
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Valor senior Christian McCaffrey (5) dives across the goal line for one of his four touchdowns as the Eagles rolled to a 56-16 win over Fairview in the Nov. 30 Class 5A state championship game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. McCaffrey was selected as the team’s most valuable player. Photo by Tom Munds
Valor claims another state championship By Jim Benton
jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com Valor Christian’s players held up one hand as they gathered near the goalposts under the Sports Authority Field scoreboard. It was the Eagles’ adaptation of a high five. Valor won its fifth consecutive Colorado state football championship Nov. 30 with a 56-16
romp over previously unbeaten Fairview in the Class 5A championship game. The Eagles have captured one Class 3A title, two Class 4A crowns and now the past two Class 5A state championships. In the five title contests, Valor outscored the opposition, 210-48. Next season Valor will have its sights set on matching Limon’s all-time Colorado record of six consecutive state titles. The Badgers won six in a row between 1963-68. Valor will graduate 19 seniors, but 60 players listed on the roster for the state championship game were underclassmen and a majority of them saw action during the season.
“I’m not sure about the future outside of we feel blessed to have some kids in our program who are great leaders, mature, humble and we expect them to fill the gap of leadership left by our seniors,” said Eagles coach Rod Sherman. “We’ll see where we end up next year from an offensive and defensive standpoint. We have developed a legacy and tradition in this program. It’s not about winning, it’s about being prepared, playing as hard as we can and playing with class.” Valor, an independent, could end up playing Valor continues on Page 18
Defense sets decisive tone in title tilt Overlooked ‘D’ shines for repeat champions By Jim Benton
jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com Clarke Cooper and Brian Dawkins Jr. are two of Valor Christian’s overlooked players. The duo play defense in a program that is renowned for its offensive standouts. However, Valor’s defense didn’t waste time setting the tone against Fairview’s prolific passing attack in the Eagles’ 56-16 romp in the Class 5A state championship game Nov. 30 at Sports Authority Field. Cooper, a 250-pound senior defensive end who also plays as a tight end and long snapper, sacked Knights quarterback Anders Hill twice on Fairview’s first three plays from scrimmage. “I didn’t expect to come out and get pressure on the first three plays of the game,” said Cooper. “It was big for us. It’s always important to get a good start. The secondary coverage and the D line pass rush went hand in hand. “My defensive line mate Nick Rigali gets a lot attention to his side, so sometimes I get one-onones. It really helps to play with great players and have such a great secondary behind you.” Dawkins, a junior defensive back, knocked down two passes and then intercepted one on the Knights’ second possession to set up Valor’s second touchdown as the Eagles grabbed a 14-0 lead. “We wanted to set the tone early in the game to show the other team that we came to play,” said Dawkins. “We just came to dominate.” Fairview entered the game averaging 315.5 yards per game passing, but managed just 208 yards against Valor and finished with 199 yards of total offense. The Knights had minus 9 yards rushing as Valor had seven sacks.
Valor’s Brian Dawkins Jr. (9) tackles Fairview’s Sam Martin (83) as David Corral (8) moves in to help if necessary during the Nov. 30 state championship game. Photo by Tom Munds Cooper was credited with 3.5 sacks of Hill. Junior defensive end Brandon Biggs had 1.5 sacks while Turner Henington, another junior defensive end, and senior linebacker Justin Falls each had one quarterback sack. Dawkins led the team with six total tackles, while Falls, Biggs and junior defensive back Quintin Holley each had five tackles. “We kept rotating defensive linemen to keep them fresh,” said Valor coach Rod Sherman.
“Sometimes in our program the offense is flashy and it overshadows the defense. “We play great defense. I know when I talked about the track meet that this game was going to be, it didn’t sit well with our defensive guys. It’s true in any sport, offense overshadows defense. I think when people look at our program they sometimes say it is the Valor Christian McCaffrey show but we have a lot of guys who can play.”
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in the Centennial League in 2014. There are six alignment proposals to be considered Dec. 5 and five of them have the Eagles joining the Centennial League. “Definitely, this team can keep winning,” insisted junior defensive back Brian Dawkins Jr. “All I have to say is, bring it on.” Valor brought it on early and often against Fairview as the Eagles (13-1) dominated from the opening kickoff with a strong defense that contained the Knights’ prolific passing attack and an offense that struck quickly but also mounted scoring drives of 80 (twice) and 71 yards. The Eagles never punted in the title game that drew a crowd of 11,482 fans. Valor kept pressure on Fairview quarterback Anders Hill and scored three times on its first four plays to jump ahead 21-0 in the first 6:10 of the game. The Eagles used a 35-point spree to swell their lead to 56-8 in the fourth quarter. The last 21:34 of the contest was played with a running clock, and Sherman shuffled reserves into the game midway through the third quarter. “I never in my wildest dreams thought the score would have got this way,” said Sherman. “We played great defense. We were able to bring some different pressures. We were able to go up 14-0 and it made it harder for their offense and defense. It was huge for us to get the lead because they hadn’t had to play from behind too much.” Valor’s offense, operating behind a stellar line, did its part too. Christian McCaffrey, Valor’s senior running back who signed a letter of intent to play at Stanford, rushed for 129 yards on 12 carries and scored twice. He also caught five passes for 92 yards and two TDs. In the second half, he touched the ball only once. McCaffrey finished the season with 46 touchdowns, which gave him 141 in his career. He wrapped up his prep career by scoring at least one TD in 43 straight
games. “I so happy, I can’t express how I feel,” said McCaffrey who was part of the senior class that won four state titles. “All our guys played well. Going out with a broom is something kind of special.” Quarterback A.J. Cecil was 15-of-16 for 245 yards and four touchdowns. He rushed for 65 yards and his only flaws on an otherwise perfect game were an interception and fumble. “I thought A.J. played arguably his best game of the year,” said Sherman. Valor senior Paul Grizzle, in his first season as a kicker, booted eight extrapoint kicks, giving him single-season state records for points (85) and consecutive conversions. Eric Lee Jr., Marcus Wilson, Stone Watson and Nathan Whatmore also had TDs for the Eagles, who have won 22 straight state playoff games. Valor’s defense forced three turnovers and thwarted a Fairview offense that came into the game averaging 45 points. The Knights had defeated three Douglas County teams (Mountain Vista, Douglas County and ThunderRidge) en route to the title game. Fairview, which had passed for an average of 315.5 yards per game, had 208 yards passing but finished with 199 yards of total offense on 63 plays. The Knights had minus 9 yards rushing as Valor, the No. 2 seed, had seven sacks. The top-seeded Knights held a 36:3826:22 edge in time of possession and ran 14 more offensive plays than the Eagles, who finished with 523 yards of total offense. “We respect Valor,” said Fairview coach Tom McCartney. “They were tremendous in every aspect of the game. The reason the score got out of hand was Valor’s play, because we came into the game ready and prepared. We may not have taken care of the ball like we usually do, but give them credit because they played an outstanding game on both sides of the ball.” Valor’s only loss of the season came by a field goal at the hands of Bingham, a Utah high school that won that state’s largeschool championship.
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Free throws can be arc of triumph By Jim Benton
jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com The outcome of many basketball games is decided from 15 feet away from the basket. “Free-throw shooting is one of the most important things in winning a basketball game,” said Valor Christian senior Garrett Baggett, who made 82 percent of his attempts from the charity stripe last season. “If you miss 10 free throws and lose by two points, if you had made five of 10 you win the game.” Coaches substitute late in games not only to get good defensive or offensive players on the floor, but also to get better free-throw shooters in the lineup. “It always comes down to free throws,” said Highlands Ranch coach Bob Caton. “Sometimes not just making a free throw but getting a lot of free throws too.” Valor Christian coach Ronnie DeGray tries to make sure his players have their feet correctly aligned and their shooting methods are correct. After that, it us up to the player. Coaches have numerous approaches such as free-throw ladders, team competition and other shooting drills with awards and the usual running punishment to put pressure on players to make free throws during practice. Free-throw shooting provides a chunk of almost every basketball practice. “We like players to get comfortable,” explained Caton. “Every kid when he shoots a free throw should have a pattern, whatever they like to do. Then you want to have the good
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ELIJAH CHERRINGTON, 6-3, senior, Legend JOSH CLAUSEN, 6-3, junior, Lutheran CALVIN COOKE, 6-3, senior, Douglas County MATT DOWSEY, 6-5, senior, Castle View MICHAEL EGEBERG, 5-10, senior, Heritage form, the proper form. One thing you don’t do, if a kid is making a good percent of his free throws, you leave him alone. If he is not making a good percent of his free throws, then you work with him. Then you want repetition, where everything becomes a habit.” Baggett made 63 of 76 free-throw attempts and is one of the best returning south metro area boys players in free throw percentage. “I have a routine I do before every free-throw shot,” said Baggett. “I’ll walk to the top of the key, look at the rim a little bit, catch the ball and get a feel for it, take three dribbles to get in a rhythm, eyes on the rim and shoot it.” The waving and other methods students use to distract free-throw shooters doesn’t bother Baggett. “All the waving doesn’t usually bother me because I have my head
CHASE FOSTER, 6-5, senior, Valor Christian TYLER GARCIA, 5-9, junior, Rock Canyon JAKE HOLTZMANN, 6-5, sophomore, Chaparral TIM LADWIG, 6-7, senior, Littleton MITCH LOMBARD, 6-1, junior, Rock Canyon ZACH MIHALICZ, 6-8, senior, Legend CHRIS MOODY, 6-5, sophomore, Chaparral EVAN MOTLONG, 6-2, senior, Highlands Ranch GRIFFIN PARR, 6-3, senior, Cherry Creek JAKE PEMBERTON, 6-3, senior, Mountain Vista TOM SKUFCA, 6-3, junior, Heritage RYLEY STEWART, 6-3, junior, Highlands Ranch BRENDAN TILL, 6-2, senior, Arapahoe JAMES WILLIS, 6-0, sophomore, Lutheran down when I dribble so at the last second is when I pull up, look at the rim and shoot it,” he said. “So I really don’t see all that when I shoot the ball. “It depends on the situation if I think about the importance of a free throw. If it’s a close game, I’ll think a little bit more. I just think about it like any other shot, it’s a routine that I’ve always had.” Baggett got into a free-throw shooting routine early. “I used to be homeschooled in middle school,” he recalled. “I’d finish my school work by noon and I’d just go out and shoot. I’d shoot about 100 free throws a day. I think that’s where it developed. I could always improve on my free-throw shooting. I’d like to shoot 90 percent this year.” Other accurate free-throw shooters Hoops continues on Page 20
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jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com Whitney Krantz feels comfortable any place on a volleyball court. Krantz can play in the front row or the back row. Her versatility is one of the reasons the 6-foot Arapahoe High School senior was selected as the Colorado Community Media South Metro Volleyball Player of the Year. “I’m what they call a six-rotation outside hitter, which means I play in the front row and also in the back row,” explained Krantz. “Outside hitters don’t play in the back row, they just go and hit. “I really enjoy the back row. It’s something I used to struggle with a lot but I think back row and defense takes a little bit more confidence than the front row because you really have to push yourself to go for a ball, you can’t hesitate because the second you hesitate you are not going to get the dig. I played all the way around, got a lot of court time, so that was fun.” Krantz, who along with Grace Marlow were key players in leading Arapahoe to a runner-up finish in the Class 5A state tournament, finished the season with 295 kills (3.2 per set), 229 digs (2.5 per set), 47 blocks and 27 service aces. “Generally the people that play in the back row are a little bit shorter and they are quick on their feet and always low and moving,” said Krantz. “When I first started playing volleyball I didn’t really understand how to get low to the ground.” Krantz was Arapahoe’s 2013 Most Valuable Player and coach Cara Seyers boasts about how Krantz was able to adapt wherever she was playing. “She played all around,” said Sey-
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Arapahoe senior Whitney Krantz (14), shown here during state playoff action, is Colorado Community Media’s South Metro Volleyball Player of the Year. File photo ers. “She was as important to our defense as she was to our offense.” However, Krantz confessed she adores the offensive aspect of the game and executing a successful spike. “As an outside hitter, kills are one of my favorite parts of volleyball,” said Krantz, who has signed a letter of intent to play next season at Lehigh. “I worked a lot with my coaches on just mixing up my shots. There’s always room for improvement to become a better player. “Overall it was a really fun season. I worked on improving my game, which my teammates helped a lot because it is a big team sport. They helped me not only work on my physical game but my mental game. It was probably
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ports that a mountain lion had been seen near elementary schools in both the Hidden River and Canterberry Crossing subdivisions. In September 2006, Iron Horse Elementary School decided to keep students indoors for a day after a sighting near the school. Although most residents in Colorado will never see one, the parks and wildlife division provides tips on avoiding a confrontation with a mountain lion. Officials are recommending that people walk in groups and keep a close eye on children. Those who come across a mountain lion are asked not to approach it and to back away slowly without making sudden movements.
PROFESSIONAL BUILD BUSINESS TODAY, a business networking group meets from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every first and third Thursday at Johnny Carino’s in Parker. Visit www.buildbusinesstoday.com or call 720-840-5526. DOUGLAS-ELBERT COUNTY MUSIC TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION meets at 9 a.m.
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returning this season include Highlands Ranch’s Evan Motlong, who also hit 83 percent of his attempts (44 of 53). Lutheran’s James Willis (83 of 110) and Cherry Creek’s Griffin Parr (54 of 72) each connected on 75 percent, while Rock Canyon’s Mitch Lombard (56 of 77), Jake Holtzmann (72 of 99) of Chaparral and Cherry Creek’s Will Bower (37 of 51) were 73 percent shooters. As a team, Cherry Creek made 74 percent of its free throws. Valor and Mountain Vista made 71 percent of their attempts in 2012-13. Highlands Ranch ranked near the bottom of the Continental League, hitting 61 percent of its free throws. “Sometimes it’s who gets fouled and if he is a good shooter,” said Caton. “Last year we had a couple guys who didn’t shoot very well. If they had shot better, we would have been in great shape.”
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DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATS executive committee meets at 7 p.m. every first Tuesday at various sites. Contact Ralph Jollensten at 303-663-1286 or e-mail ralphw@ comcast.net. Social discussion meetings are in Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, Parker and Lone Tree. Visit douglasdemocrats.org and click on calendar for more information.
meets at 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays at LePeep at Parker and Orchard roads. Call Linda Jones at 720-641-0056.
PARKER LEADERS, a leads group with a networking attitude, meets from 10:30-11:45 a.m. the second and fourth Mondays of the month at Parker Heating & Air, 18436 Longs Way, Unit 101. Entrepreneurs are encouraged to visit the club, which is seeking new members, including a personal trainer, massage therapist, acupuncturist, lawyer, bookkeper, telecom consultant and computer repair technician. Contact Erica_Kraft@ADP.com. PARKER LEADS meets from 4-5 p.m. every second and fourth Wednesdays. Call 303-524-9890. THE PARKER MORNING MINGLE
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PROJECT MEETINGS. Luxury living at affordable prices is the goal for an active adult condo community projected for downtown Parker. Community meetings are from 5-8 p.m. every Monday at the Warhorse Inn, 19420 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Join us at any time. Call Marty Pickert 303-649-9125 for information. SOUTH METRO SALES AND BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS, a networking
group, meet from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Wednesday at August Moon, 18651 E. Mainstreet, in Parker. Call Tom Joseph at 303-840-5825 for information.
RECREATION ALTITUDE MULTISPORT CLUB invites anyone interested in triathlon, running, biking, or swimming to join us for group workouts. Sunday morning swims at the Parker Rec Center and run and bike workouts throughout the week. Whether you’re an Ironman or have run a 5K, we welcome all abilities. Go to www.AltitudeMultisport.com for more information. CASTLE ROCK BRIDGE CLUB plays a
friendly ACBL-sanctioned duplicate game at 1 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday. For more information, a schedule of games and lessons, or directions to the Lowell Ranch 4H location at 2330 South I-25 East Frontage Road, go the website at castlerockbridge.com. For assistance in finding a bridge partner, call Georgiana Butler at 303-8108504. Visit www.castlerockbridge.com.
Highlands Ranch
1200 South Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 303.688.3047 www.fumccr.org
Services:
Saturday 5:30pm Sunday 8am, 9:30am, 11am Sunday School 9:15am Little Blessings Day Care www.littleblessingspdo.com
Open and Welcoming
Sunday Worship
“Loving God - Making A Difference”
A place for you
Franktown
Trinity Lutheran Church & School
Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Trinity Lutheran School & ELC (Ages 3-5, Grades K-8)
PARKER ARTS COUNCIL has youth open
mic/karaoke nights on the first Thursday of each month. The event is open to all ages. Kids 12 and under eat free. Takes place at Clavin’s Bar and Grill, 17904 Cottonwood Drive, Parker.
SOCIAL AARP PARKER meets at 1 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month at Parker United Methodist Church, 11805 S. Pine Drive, Parker. There are interesting and informative programs for seniors. For further information, contact Patsy at 303-905-1008. AMERICAN LEGION PARKER POST 1864 meets at 7 p.m. every first Wednesday
of the month at South Metro Fire Station No. 46, 19310 Stroh Road, Parker. Go to www. post1864.org or call 720-542-3877.
AWANA CLUB AT PINE DRIVE BAPTIST CHURCH meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Wednesdays in Parker. Call 303-841-0330.
Littleton
Alongside One Another On Life’s Journey
Parker
Sundays at 4391 W. Parker Road. Call 303841-3836.
BETA SIGMA PHI PRECEPTOR GAMMA THETA CHAPTER meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. Contact Sandy Pearl at 303-319-2392 for more information.
CHERRY CREEK VALLEY ROTARY CLUB meets at 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays at The Conference Center, Parker Adventist Hospital, 9395 Crown Crest Blvd, Parker. Call President Don Willson at 720-314-6830 or e-mail dlw166@rollens.com.
CIVIL AIR PATROL-PARKER CADET SQUADRON meets from 6:30-9 p.m. on Thursdays at St. Matthews Episcopal Church, Mainstreet and South Pikes Peak Drive. Call 303-841-5897.
COMMON THREAD QUILT CLUB meets the second Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Parker Fire Department Headquarters building at 17250 Parkglenn. E-mail judiwithdiamonds@aol.com. Visit www.ctqc.webs.com. COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY meets from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Thursdays at Parker Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 9030 Miller Road in Parker. For more information visit http:// parker.cbsclass.org or call Charlene Roach at 720-851-1623. DENVER AND NEW ORLEANS RR CLUB meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Parker Depot building, 11027 S. Pikes Peak Drive, No. 106. Call Bill Byers at 303-646-3256.
FIBROMYALGIA WOMEN’S GROUP for women wanting to get together to talk about positive things that have helped them and to make new friends. No fee; must live near Parker/Centennial. Time and day to be figured out by group. Call Leslie at 303-791-8814.
Parker
Joy
You are invited to worship with us:
8:00 am Chapel Service 9:00 & 10:30 am
www.st-andrew-umc.com
Grace is on the NE Corner of Santa Fe Dr. & Highlands Ranch Pkwy. (Across from Murdochs)
Sunday School 9:00 & 10:30 am
303-798-8485
9203 S. University Blvd. Highlands Ranch, 80126
Littleton
(Next to RTD lot @470 & University)
303-791-3315
pastor@awlc.org www.awlc.org
Sunday
8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
1609 W. Littleton Blvd. (303) 798-1389 • www.fpcl.org
Welcome Home!
Weaving Truth and Relevance into Relationships and Life
worship Time 10:30AM sundays 9:00am Spiritual Formation Classes for all Ages 90 east orchard road littleton, co
303 798 6387
Saturday 5:30pm
Sunday 8:00 & 10:30am
Education Hour: Sunday 9:15am Joyful Mission Preschool 303-841-3770 7051 East Parker Hills Ct. • Parker, CO 303-841-3739 www.joylutheran-parker.org
Lone Tree
Church of Christ
Currently meeting at: 9220 Kimmer Drive, Suite 200 Lone Tree 80124 303-688-9506 www.LoneTreeCoC.com
Connect – Grow – Serve
Sunday Worship
8:45 am & 10:30 am
Parker
Community Church of Religious Science Sunday services held in the historic Ruth Memorial Chapel at the Parker Mainstreet Center
...19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker 80138
New Thought...Ancient Wisdom Sunday Service
& Children’s Church 10:00 a.m.
Visit our website for details of classes & upcoming events.
303.805.9890
Denver Tech Center
Parker evangelical Presbyterian church
9030 Miller road Parker, Co 80138 303-841-2125 www.pepc.org
Lone Tree
Sunday Worship - 10:00am Bible Study immediately following Wednesday Bible Study - 7:30pm
8391 S. Burnley Ct., Highlands Ranch
Worship Services Sundays at 9:00am
SErviCES:
www.gracecolorado.com
303-841-4660 www.gracepointcc.us www.tlcas.org To advertise your place of worship in this section, call 303-566-4091 or email kearhart@ourcoloradonews.com.
THERAPEUTIC RIDING. Promise Ranch Therapeutic Riding in Parker offers free therapeutic riding for developmentally disabled adults and children. Scholarship money is available for Douglas County residents to provide 10 therapeutic riding lessons. Call 303-841-5007 or visit www.promiseranchtherapeuticriding.com.
GRACE PRESBYTERIAN
Sundays at 10:00 am
Sunday Worship 10:30 4825 North Crowfoot Valley Rd. Abiding Word Castle Rock • canyonscc.org Lutheran Church 303-663-5751
PARKER ARTISTS GUILD presents free art classes for kids and teen on the second Saturday of each month at Hobby Lobby at Parker Road and Mainstreet. Lessons and Lemonade classes for ages 10-12 are at 9:30 or 11 a.m., and the Teen Art Studio for grades 7-9 are at 1 or 3 p.m. Reservations required by the Wednesday before class. Go to www. parkerartistsguild.com and click on Youth Programs. 20 students maximum.
AWANA CLUB AT PARKER BIBLE CHURCH meets from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA
Open hearts. Open minds. Open doors.
303-794-2683 Preschool: 303-794-0510
An Evangelical Presbyterian Church
CYCLE CLUB meets at 9 a.m. Saturdays in the parking lot of Southeast Christian Church. Tour the streets of Parker, Elizabeth and Castle Rock. Call John at 720-842-5520.
First Presbyterian Church of Littleton
First United Methodist Church
business and personal level. Parker Morning Mingle meets every second Tuesday of the month from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Panera Bread, 11290 Twenty Mile Road in Parker. Bring a stack of business cards, marketing material and calendar and get ready to mingle and win a raffle. To RSVP and for information, e-mail Info@behindthemooninc.com or call 303-250-4528.
www.P a r k er C C R S.org P.O. Box 2945—Parker CO 80134-2945
Where people are excited about God’s Word.
Sunday Worship: 10:45AM & 6PM Bible Study: 9:30AM Children, Young People & Adults 4391 E Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado 80134 Church Office – (303) 841-3836
www.parkerbiblechurch.org Meets at the Marriott DTC 4900 S Syracuse St, Denver, CO 80237
10 am every Sunday Free parking December Study:
The Cast of Christmas Pastor Mark Brewer
Pastor David Fisher Fellowship & Worship: 9:00 am Sunday School: 10:45 am 5755 Valley Hi Drive Parker, CO 303-941-0668
www.SpiritofHopeLCMC.org
United Church Of Christ Parker Hilltop 10926 E. Democrat Rd. Parker, CO • 10am Worship www.uccparkerhilltop.org 303-841-2808
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December 6, 2013
Kaiser opens Lone Tree center Medical facility offers more than 20 specialties
open house Kaiser Permanente will host a public open house at its new Park Meadows Drive facility from 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 14. Community members are invited to check out the building, meet some of the staff and physicians, enjoy refreshments and participate in family activities including a mini farmers market and obstacle course.
By Jane Reuter
jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com Christmas came early for Kaiser Permanente this year when it opened the doors to its new 275,000-square-foot, six-story, multi-specialty center. The Lone Tree building, under construction for more than two years, welcomed its first patients Dec. 2. The facility brings about 20 specialty services, 45 doctors and 300 additional employees to serve its approximately 128,000 south metro area members. “We’re bringing specialty care to where they live,” said Kaiser’s Dr. David Gladu, operations chief for surgical specialties and a longtime Lone Tree resident. “Up until now, most of our medical and surgical care was in downtown Denver. This will be much easier for patients.” Kaiser began its search for land in the south metro area almost four years ago. The site is located on Park Meadows Drive, across from the Lincoln Avenue light rail station. “This property wasn’t even for sale,” project manager Mike Schultz said, adding that the site’s 20-acre size, its scenic views to the west, and easy access to Interstate 25 made it an ideal loca-
Kaiser Permanente will host a community open house at its new Lone Tree facility, on Park Meadows Drive across from the Lincoln Avenue light rail station, from 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 14. Photo by Jane Reuter tion. Kaiser approached the landowner, who agreed to sell it. “The drivers for this building were orthopedics, as well as the ability to do outpatient or day surgery,” Kaiser spokeswoman Amy Whited said. The building also includes oncology and infusion, allergy, gastroenterology, obstetrics and gynecology, pain management, medical imaging, palliative care and many other services, including a pharmacy and optical center. “With this building, mom could come in for an eye ap-
pointment, schedule an X-ray for a child and get lab work done,” Whited said. “You don’t have to drive across town anymore.” The area for the Lone Tree Kaiser’s drug infusion center carefully was reserved for a first-floor, west-facing site. “Those patients can be here from two to six hours,” Greg Mills, Kaiser’s south area administrator. “We gave them good real estate.” An outdoor seating located a few steps from the infusion center is designed to provide a comfortable waiting area for friends and family members.
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The effort to move away from the sterile atmosphere once common to hospitals and medical facilities is evident on every floor — from colorful accent walls and large, original murals to a whimsical, bicycle-themed sculpture that winds along the side of an open staircase. Even on the garden level and in rooms that house MRI, CT and other scanners, architects found ways to add natural light. Mills said that helps patients relax during what typically are tensionproducing procedures. The building includes a gar-
den level and five additional floors. The fifth is unfinished space, reserved for future growth. The site also has room for two additional buildings and two parking structures; Kaiser has no timeline for any additional construction. Additional specialties, such as cardiology, endocrinology, neurology and dermatology, will be added during that second phase of development. With the opening of the new building, Kaiser has closed its Yosemite Street offices, which for three years provided orthopedic specialty care and other limited services from a leased space. Its landlocked Franklin Street facility in downtown Denver also has contributed to Kaiser’s multipronged recent expansion. In 2012, Kaiser opened the Fort Collins Medical Center and Loveland Medical Offices. In January 2014, it will open a new medical office building in Greeley. Statewide, Kaiser serves about 545,000 members.
SALOME’S STARS FOR THE WEEK OF DEC 5, 2013
ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) Decisions involving your finances might seem to be foolproof. But they could have underlying risks you should know about. Don’t act on anything until all the facts are in. TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) You’re attracted to a situation that appeals to your Bovine intellect. And that’s good. But don’t neglect your passionate side when romance comes calling later in the week. GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) A recent development enhances that special relationship. Spending more time together also helps make the bonding process stronger. Expect news about a possible career change.
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CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) A suspicious situation should be dealt with before it leads to serious problems. Get all the facts needed to resolve it. Then refocus your energies on those tasks that need your attention. LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) Try to be more open-minded in working toward a resolution of that standoff between yourself and a colleague or family member. A little flexibility now could work to your advantage later. VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) You might feel a bit threatened by a proposed workplace change. The best way to deal with it is to ask questions. You’ll find that those involved will be happy to provide you with the facts. LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) Feeling alone in a crowd during the early part of the week is an unsettling emotion. But your spirits soon perk up, putting you into the right mood to start making holiday plans. SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) A pesky problem should be dealt with immediately so you can put your time and effort into something more important. Someone from your past could have significant news for you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) High-energy aspects dominate, both on the job and at home. Use this time to put some long-range plans into operation. Things level off later in the week. CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) Even the usually gregarious Goat might feel overwhelmed by a flurry of activities. Be patient. Things soon return to your normal social routine. AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) Career choices that seem too confusing to deal with at this point probably are. More information would help uncomplicate them. On the personal side, a friend might need your advice. PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Your Piscean imagination is stimulated by possibilities you see in a new opportunity. But keep those ideas to yourself until you feel ready to translate them into a workable format. BORN THIS WEEK: You have an ingratiating way of helping people deal with their fears. Have you considered a career in social work or with the clergy? © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
22 Parker Chronicle
Public Trustees PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0630 To Whom It May Concern: On 10/4/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: EDWARD D DAVIS AND PAULA DAVIS Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGEIT, INC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF THE HSI ASSET LOAN OBLIGATION TRUSTE 2007-AR1, MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-AR Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 11/27/2006 Recording Date of DOT: 12/5/2006 Reception No. of DOT: 2006104279 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $203,200.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $202,531.79 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 59, BLOCK 4, THE VILLAGES OF PARKER FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 11018 Tim Tam Way, Parker, CO 80138 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 22, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/28/2013 Last Publication: 12/26/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 10/7/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JENNIFER H TRACHTE Colorado Registration #: 40391 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 5050.00177 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No. 2013-0630 First Publication: 11/28/2013 Last Publication: 12/26/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0439 To Whom It May Concern: On 6/27/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: BRIAN HOUSER AND JORDAN L HOUSER Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR HOMEAMERICAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 7/24/2009 Recording Date of DOT: 8/12/2009 Reception No. of DOT: 2009065021 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $290,705.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $274,579.54 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 110, MERIDIAN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CENTER FILING NO. 7A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO Which has the address of: 10211 Greenfield Circle, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 22, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certific-
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 110, MERIDIAN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CENTER FILING NO. 7A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO Which has the address of: 10211 Greenfield Circle, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 22, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 11/20/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EMILY JENSIK Colorado Registration #: 31294 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 9105.05830 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
Public Trustees
Legal Notice No.: 2013-0439 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0574 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/5/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: TIMOTHY FRANCIS SAVOY AND DONNA MECHE SAVOY Original Beneficiary: NEW CENTURY MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE F/K/A NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY DEAN WITTER CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2002-NC3, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2002-NC3 Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 5/30/2002 Recording Date of DOT: 6/3/2002 Reception No. of DOT: 2002052403 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $295,950.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $260,755.92 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 2, BLOCK 4, STONEGATE FILING NO. 15-A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 16243 Creekview Drive, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/5/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JOAN OLSON Colorado Registration #: 28078 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 4500.00021 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0574 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0578 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/5/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: FRANKLIN R. LASHLEY Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 8/24/2007 Recording Date of DOT: 9/4/2007 Reception No. of DOT: 2007070603 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $412,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $350,275.52 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the
To Whom It May Concern: On 9/5/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: FRANKLIN R. LASHLEY Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 8/24/2007 Recording Date of DOT: 9/4/2007 Reception No. of DOT: 2007070603 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $412,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $350,275.52 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 58, VILLAGES OF PARKER, FILING NO. 26B, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO Which has the address of: 12264 Desert Hills Street, Parker, CO 80138
Public Trustees
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/5/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON Colorado Registration #: 42043 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 1164.00085 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0578 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0585 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/11/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: FRANK W. NEVINS, AND JANET C. NEVINS, AND STEVEN C. NICKLES Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 10/30/2006 Recording Date of DOT: 10/31/2006 Reception No. of DOT: 2006093548 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $273,600.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $304,200.24 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 5, BLOCK 7, GRANDVIEW ESTATES, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 12626 N. 1st Street, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/12/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: KIMBERLY L. MARTINEZ Colorado Registration #: 40351 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone #: (303) 865-1400 Fax #: (303) 865-1410 Attorney File #: 13-05205 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0585 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0588 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/13/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: WILLIAM R. WILLIAMS Original Beneficiary: WORLD SAVINGS
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PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0588
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To Whom It May Concern: On 9/13/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: WILLIAM R. WILLIAMS Original Beneficiary: WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 4/15/2004 Recording Date of DOT: 4/21/2004 Reception No. of DOT: 2004039930 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $500,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $549,350.99 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 17, SIERRA VISTA NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO Which has the address of: 12925 N Sierra Cir., Parker, CO 80138 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/13/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: MONICA L KADRMAS, ESQ. Colorado Registration #: 34904 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 5600.58774 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0588 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0591 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/13/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: BRIAN J CHALUPA Original Beneficiary: FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 4/6/2009 Recording Date of DOT: 4/14/2009 Reception No. of DOT: 2009026311 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $217,283.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $207,547.86 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 62, COTTONWOOD SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 6B, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 8486 Bluegrass Circle, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/13/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JOAN OLSON Colorado Registration #: 28078 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 5300.00288 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
tion to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/13/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JOAN OLSON Colorado Registration #: 28078 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 5300.00288 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
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Legal Notice No.: 2013-0591 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0592 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/13/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: KRIS DALLAS BRULOTTE AND ERICA RENEE BRULOTTE Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GUARANTEED RATE INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 2/9/2006 Recording Date of DOT: 2/27/2006 Reception No. of DOT: 2006015933 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $228,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $226,755.38 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 19, BLOCK 2, BRADBURY RANCH SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 2A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 16228 Peregrine Drive, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/13/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER Colorado Registration #: 34145 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone #: (303) 865-1400 Fax #: (303) 865-1410 Attorney File #: 13-05755 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0592 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0594 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/16/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: JAMES R HAYHURST AND TINA S HAYHURST Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LEHMAN BROTHERS BANK, FSB Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 1/18/2008 Recording Date of DOT: 1/29/2008 Reception No. of DOT: 2008006436 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $1,460,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $1,443,245.91 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: L O T 3 6 , S T E R L I N G T R E E F A R M, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO Which has the address of: 3941 Palmer Ridge Drive, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certific-
other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 36, STERLING TREE FARM, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO Which has the address of: 3941 Palmer Ridge Drive, Parker, CO 80134
December 6, 2013
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/17/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JENNIFER H TRACHTE Colorado Registration #: 40391 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 9696.03451 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
Public Trustees
Legal Notice No.: 2013-0594 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0600 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/17/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: DARREL J. FALLS Original Beneficiary: UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 2/11/2008 Recording Date of DOT: 3/11/2008 Reception No. of DOT: 2008017314 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $155,558.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $145,671.18 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to timely make payments as required under the Deed of Trust. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 9, COTTONWOOD SUBDIVISION FILING NO.3, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO Which has the address of: 8445 Sandreed Circle, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/18/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JENNIFER K CRUSETURNER Colorado Registration #: 44452 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD. SUITE 400, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: Attorney File #: 31013 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0600 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0603 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/18/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: JEFFERSON E. PICKERING AND KELLY J. ALLISON Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR MIT LENDING Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE SARM 2004-12 TRUST Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 4/23/2004 Recording Date of DOT: 5/10/2004 Reception No. of DOT: 2004047585 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $240,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $247,005.62 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.***Loan Modification Agreement dated November 27, 2012 THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 1, BLOCK 4, COMPARK FILING NO. 1 COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 8460 Bed
payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.***Loan Modification Agreement dated November 27, 2012 THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 1, BLOCK 4, COMPARK FILING NO. 1 COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 8460 Bed Straw Street, Parker, CO 80134
December 6, 2013
Public Trustees
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/18/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JENNIFER H TRACHTE Colorado Registration #: 40391 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 9696.03372 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0603 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0610 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/20/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: MICHAEL D DICKSON AND LORI L RUTLEDGE Original Beneficiary: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 7/26/2010 Recording Date of DOT: 8/6/2010 Reception No. of DOT: 2010047957 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $374,388.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $362,561.04 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 39, STONEGATE FILING NO. 21A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 17505 Celestine Ct, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/26/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER Colorado Registration #: 34145 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone #: (303) 865-1400 Fax #: (303) 865-1410 Attorney File #: 13-06430 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0610 First Publication: 11/14/2013 Last Publication: 12/12/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0616 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/26/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: ERIC A STACK AND JENNIE C STACK Original Beneficiary: HSBC MORTGAGE CORPORATION (USA) Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 1/27/2003 Recording Date of DOT: 2/4/2003 Reception No. of DOT: 2003014865 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $266,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $220,387.35 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay monthly installments due Note Holder. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 19, BLOCK 4, THE PINERY FILING NO. 3-C, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 8299 East Lakeview Drive, Parker, CO 80134
PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0616
Public Trustees
To Whom It May Concern: On 9/26/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: ERIC A STACK AND JENNIE C STACK Original Beneficiary: HSBC MORTGAGE CORPORATION (USA) Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 1/27/2003 Recording Date of DOT: 2/4/2003 Reception No. of DOT: 2003014865 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $266,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $220,387.35 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay monthly installments due Note Holder. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 19, BLOCK 4, THE PINERY FILING NO. 3-C, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 8299 East Lakeview Drive, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 15, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/21/2013 Last Publication: 12/19/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/27/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: TONI DALE Colorado Registration #: 30580 355 UNION BOULEVARD SUITE 250, LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228 Phone #: (303) 274-0155 Fax #: (303) 274-0159 Attorney File #: 13-049-25291 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0616 First Publication: 11/21/2013 Last Publication: 12/19/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0635 To Whom It May Concern: On 10/8/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: PAQUITO R. SINGLETON AND NICOLE A. SINGLETON Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: MIDFIRST BANK Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 5/21/2003 Recording Date of DOT: 5/23/2003 Reception No. of DOT: 2003077606 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $263,859.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $255,262.80 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 28, BLOCK 6, CLARKE FARMS SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 17029 Numa Place, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 29, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 10/9/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER Colorado Registration #: 34145 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone #: (303) 865-1400 Fax #: (303) 865-1410 Attorney File #: 13-06455 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 10/9/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER Colorado Registration #: 34145 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone #: (303) 865-1400 Fax #: (303) 865-1410 Attorney File #: 13-06455 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
Public Trustees
Legal Notice No.: 2013-0635 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0643 To Whom It May Concern: On 10/10/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: VINCENT E. PACHELLI Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR WILMINGTON FINANCE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 3/23/2007 Recording Date of DOT: 4/17/2007 Reception No. of DOT: 2007030099 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $144,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $134,486.97 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 144, BLOCK 1, TOWN AND COUNTRY VILLAGE SUBDIVISION, FILING NO.4, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 10807 Bayfield Way, Parker, CO 80138 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 29, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 10/10/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JENNIFER H TRACHTE Colorado Registration #: 40391 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 813-1177 Fax #: (303) 813-1107 Attorney File #: 1175.15103 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0643 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0645 To Whom It May Concern: On 10/10/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: JEFFREY W. BULLEY Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, WR STARKEY MORTGAGE, L.L.P. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANK OF AMERICA, NA Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 10/26/2009 Recording Date of DOT: 11/2/2009 Reception No. of DOT: 2009084095 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $209,331.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $198,971.56 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay monthly installments due Note Holder. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: CONDOMINIUM UNIT NO. 104, BUILDING B20, THE HIGHLANDS AT STONEGATE NORTH CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP OF THE HIGHLANDS AT STONEGATE NORTH CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON JUNE 13, 2007 AS RECEPTION NO. 2007047172, AND AS DEFINED BY THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION OF THE HIGHLANDS AT STONEGATE NORTH CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED ON APRIL 28, 2003 AS RECEPTION NO. 2003060583, BOTH RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 9494 Ashbury Circle #104, Parker, CO 80134
Outstanding Principal Amount as of the
23date hereof: $198,971.56
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay monthly installments due Note Holder. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: CONDOMINIUM UNIT NO. 104, BUILDING B20, THE HIGHLANDS AT STONEGATE NORTH CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP OF THE HIGHLANDS AT STONEGATE NORTH CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON JUNE 13, 2007 AS RECEPTION NO. 2007047172, AND AS DEFINED BY THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION OF THE HIGHLANDS AT STONEGATE NORTH CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED ON APRIL 28, 2003 AS RECEPTION NO. 2003060583, BOTH RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 9494 Ashbury Circle #104, Parker, CO 80134
Public Trustees
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 29, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 10/11/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: HOLLY DECKER Colorado Registration #: 32647 355 UNION BOULEVARD SUITE 250, LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228 Phone #: (303) 274-0155 Fax #: (303) 274-0159 Attorney File #: 13-910-25342 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0645 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2013-0646 To Whom It May Concern: On 10/11/2013 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: JOHN L MENDELSOHN AND TERA R MENDELSOHN Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, FIRST COMMUNITY MORTGAGE, A DIVISION OF FIRST COMMUNITY BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 8/28/2006 Recording Date of DOT: 9/5/2006 Reception No. of DOT: 2006076579** DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $234,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $234,492.67 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay monthly installments due Note Holder. **AND MODIFIED THROUGH A LOAN MODIFICATION AGREEMENT DATED AUGUST 27, 2010. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 5, BLOCK 5, STROH RANCH FILING NO. 5A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 12576 South Mann Creek Court, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 29, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 10/11/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: HOLLY DECKER Colorado Registration #: 32647 355 UNION BOULEVARD SUITE 250, LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228 Phone #: (303) 274-0155 Fax #: (303) 274-0159 Attorney File #: 13-910-25340 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2013-0646 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: HOLLY DECKER Colorado Registration #: 32647 355 UNION BOULEVARD SUITE 250, LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228 Phone #: (303) 274-0155 Fax #: (303) 274-0159 Attorney File #: 13-910-25340 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
Public Trustees
Legal Notice No.: 2013-0646 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Government Legals Public Notice NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the Same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to: OCCUPANT - Dennis R Larratt - H C Gerber & Lurline A Gerber aka H C Gerber & Lurline A Gerber in Joint Tenancy - J O Hill - Lonnie Gerber - Security Title Abstract & Title Company as Agent for The Title Guaranty Company, Denver -Stephen Bruce Gale You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 13th day of November 2008 the then County Treasurer of the County of Douglas, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Dennis R Larratt the following described real estate situate in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, to wit: LOT 1 BLK 4 WEST CREEK LAKES SUBD .5 AM/L and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to Dennis R Larratt. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2007; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of H C Gerber & Lurline A Gerber for said year 2007.That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said Dennis R Larratt at 1:00 o’clock P.M., on the 20th day of March 2014, unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 21st day of November 2013. /s/ Diane A. Holbert County Treasurer of Douglas County Legal Notice No.: 924554 First Publication: December 5, 2013 Last Publication: December 19, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on December 28, 2013 final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Brannan Sand and Gravel Company, LLC for the 2013 Asphalt Overlay Project, Douglas County Project Number CI 2013-003 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Brannan Sand and Gravel Company, LLC for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said December 28, 2013, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Public Works Engineering Director, with a copy to the Project Engineer Terry Gruber, Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104. Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimant's claim. The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Frederick H. Koch, P.E., Public Works Engineering Director. Legal Notice No.: 924559 First Publication: November 28, 2013 Last Publication: December 5, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the Same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to: OCCUPANT - A Cory Siegel, President c/o The Mountain Improvement Association, Inc - Anderson, Dude & Lebel PC, Attorneys at Law - Board of Directors of the Association c/o Woodmoor Mountain Homeowners Assoc - Brian Haskins, President c/o The Mountain Ranch Company - Craig C Ramsey - Guy L Welch, Agent for the Association - Nelson & Donna Parkinson aka Nelson Parkinson and Donna Parkinson - Nelson F Parkinson - Steven N Arnold, Secretary c/o The Mountain Ranch Company -The Mountain Improvement Association, Inc aka Mountain Improvement Association, Inc - The Mountain Ranch Company aka Mountain Ranch Company - Thomas N Mace, as President of the Association c/o Woodmoor Mountain Homeowners Association Woodmoor Mountain Homeowners Association aka "Association" - Woodmoor Mountain Homeowners Association a Colorado non-profit corporation
Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the Same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to:
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OCCUPANT - A Cory Siegel, President c/o The Mountain Improvement Association, Inc - Anderson, Dude & Lebel PC, Attorneys at Law - Board of Directors of the Association c/o Woodmoor Mountain Homeowners Assoc - Brian Haskins, President c/o The Mountain Ranch Company - Craig C Ramsey - Guy L Welch, Agent for the Association - Nelson & Donna Parkinson aka Nelson Parkinson and Donna Parkinson - Nelson F Parkinson - Steven N Arnold, Secretary c/o The Mountain Ranch Company -The Mountain Improvement Association, Inc aka Mountain Improvement Association, Inc - The Mountain Ranch Company aka Mountain Ranch Company - Thomas N Mace, as President of the Association c/o Woodmoor Mountain Homeowners Association Woodmoor Mountain Homeowners Association aka "Association" - Woodmoor Mountain Homeowners Association a Colorado non-profit corporation You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 21st day of October 2010 the then County Treasurer of the County of Douglas, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Craig C Ramsey the following described real estate situate in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, to wit: LOT 8 WOODMOOR MOUNTAIN 2 3.021 AM/L and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to Craig C Ramsey. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2009; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Nelson & Donna Parkinson for said year 2009.That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said Craig C Ramsey at1:00 o’clock P.M., on the 20th day of March 2014, unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 21st day of November 2013. /s/ Diane A. Holbert County Treasurer of Douglas County Legal Notice No.: 924555 First Publication: December 5, 2013 Last Publication: December 19, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on December 28, 2013 final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Double R Excavating, Inc. for the Wildcat Reserve / Broadway Intersection Project, Douglas County Project Number CI 2013-009 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Double R Excavating, Inc. for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said December 28, 2013, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Public Works Engineering Director, with a copy to the Project Engineer Neil Sarno, Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104. Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimant's claim. The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Frederick H. Koch, P.E., Public Works Engineering Director. Legal Notice No.: 924560 First Publication: November 28, 2013 Last Publication: December 5, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the proposed budgets for the County of Douglas and all its agencies, the Douglas County Law Enforcement Authority, the Douglas County Woodmoor Mountain General Improvement District, the Douglas County Local Improvement District No. 07-01-Lincoln Station, and the Douglas County Public Trustee have been submitted to the Board of County Commissioners of Douglas County for the ensuing year 2014. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of the proposed budgets on December 10, 2013 beginning at 2:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Phillip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado. Any interested elector of Douglas County may file an objection to the proposed adopted budget prior to its final adoption by the Board of County Commissioners. A copy of said resolution may be obtained for inspection at the offices of the County Commissioners at the above address in Castle Rock, Colorado, or viewed on-line at www.douglas.co.us. Legal Notice No.: 924583 First Publication: December 5, 2013 Last Publication: December 5, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Without public notices, the government wouldn’t have to say anything else.
Legal Notice No.: 2013-0635 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Public notices are a community’s window into the government. From zoning regulations to local budgets, governments have used local newspapers to inform citizens of its actions as an essential part of your right to know. You know where to look, when to look and what to look for to be involved as a citizen. Local NOTICE OF SALE You and each of you are hereby notified The current holder of the Evidence of Debt thatto on get the 21st day of October 2010 the newspapers provide you with the information you need involved. secured by the Deed of Trust described then County Treasurer of the County of
herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 29, 2014, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all in-
Douglas, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Craig C Ramsey the following described real estate situate in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, to wit:
Notices are meant to be noticed. Read your public notices and get involved! LOT 8 WOODMOOR MOUNTAIN 2 3.021 AM/L and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to Craig C
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