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27 Year Celebration for Grandpa’s Pawn and Gun By Kelly Fordyce Martindale

he Small Business Administration, along with tracktherecovery.org, estimated that 9.4 million small businesses closed down in 2020 because of COVID-19. How is it then, that Grandpa’s Pawn and Gun, an independently owned business, is celebrating their 27th Anniversary this month? • Great Service • Professional Staff • Huge Product Variety • Availability of Inventory These particular points make Grandpa’s customers come back, over and again. Their customers are made up of all ages, gender, race, religious and political beliefs. Several main issues unite these people: The Second Amendment, hunting, freedom, and love of country. Why is business so good? Perhaps it goes beyond the above points. Maybe some of it has to do with fear and the desire to protect one’s family. Did you know Conceal Carry permits doubled in 2020 over 2019. I think it’s fair to say, people are afraid. Rod Brandenburg (far right), owner of Grandpa’s Pawn and Gun says, “Nobody should have to live in fear.” He and his staff will help you know if you should purchase a firearm and what will work for you. They have resources for entry level shooting classes and conceal carry training, plus much more information that will help you stay safe and secure. Brandenburg’s staff are highly trained, experienced, and knowledgeable. Sara

Brandenburg (daughter/staff ) learned safety of gun handling in her preschool years. She is a professional markswoman and was sponsored by Cabela’s. Sara has hunted all over the world. Talk about Girl Power!

Brady Taipale and Chris Lewis (right) have worked at Grandpas since 2007 and bring decades of experience to Grandpas. Over the last 21 years, Grandpas has had only 19 employees. That is a good working environment. As a customer of Grandpa’s, I appreciate that I can visit the store and ask questions and receive truthful, reliable, and legal info. I’m never intimidated. Plus, I have confidence that every person who wants to purchase a firearm must apply to do so. Grandpa’s is one of Colorado’s highest volume gun dealers and they have

a great reputation with local and state authorities. They do it by the book. They carry new and used firearms and you can order something specific also. If you need to transfer a gun, they do that too! Grandpas has something for everyone. Their prices are spectacular on used jewelry including gold and silver. They have a large selection of musical instruments and collectibles, including coins. You can find clothing, fishing gear, bicycles, construction tools and equipment, all for affordable prices. The store is clean and the staff exceptionally friendly. You might find yourself browsing for an hour or more because of so much to look at. With Father’s Day coming up, you might want to check out their unique gift items. And if money is an issue, you can take advantage of low interest collateral loans. Grandpa’s Pawn and Gun is a store for every person in the family. Even the littles.

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Grandpas owners are a 5th Generation Colorado Homestead family. They are located at 104 9th Avenue in Longmont. You can find them at www. facebook.com/grandpaspawnandgun also @grandpaspawnandgun and at www. grandpaspawn.net or call 303.772.7952. The hours are 9:30 to 6 Monday - Saturday.

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Vol. 22, Issue 4

What's OnMy Mind Kelly Martindale, Publisher

Nat’l Sibling Day April 10 We Miss You Chuck W

hat a whirlwind March has been. I’d like to say it started out pretty good but with one phone call, my world was changed, again. My little brother, Chuck, died unexpectedly and I cannot believe it still. Even after hours of writing and rewriting his obituary, I’m in shock. As a grief facilitator and having friends who have lost children, I’m sort of focused on loss, a lot. Too much sometimes. But since late afternoon on March 10...well, I find myself trying to remember the tools to process grief. Grasping for them more like it. Part of the deep sorrow comes from having to tell my whole family, one at a time, what happened. Thankfully, my sister helped me and told my dad. But I guess I just never expected to have to make

those type of calls again. The owner of We Grieve called me to ask what areas of loss I was qualified to facilitate. It was the first time I realized that I’ve experienced the loss of every type of relationship except my parents and every type of loss except suicide. I’m very sad for my brother’s wife and five children. Three of them are under 18. Then of course, the tragedy in Boulder, which happened to one of our very own families here in Carbon Valley, adds to the bewilderment. How has this all happened? I am reminded how fragile life is. We

are told to hold loosely the people and things in this life for it is fleeting. I guess we just keep hoping it won’t happen to us. But it does, when we least expect it. The only thing that keeps me moving forward is the knowledge of eternal life. I will see my brother again. Chuck is with my daughter Alisha and my son Jason and a baby I never met because of miscarriage. He is with my grandparents, my aunts and uncles and cousins and friends. Do you share my confidence of eternal life? Jesus was crucified, giving us that confidence. He loves us deeply.

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New Book and Lifetime Achievement Award from Fmr. President Obama for Pam McCormick

n April 10 at 11AM there will be a book signing for Accidental Missionary at Hope’s Storehouse Thrift Store at 8th and Main in Longmont. Accidental Missionary is one woman’s journey from reluctance to “all in” as she participates in the transformation of a poverty-stricken Ugandan village. Alongside the H.E.L.P. International team, Pam McCormick spent a decade of joy—seeing illiteracy turned to knowledge, women empowered, children educated, sick attended to, businesses built, and employment created. What began as a humanitarian effort for 45 Ugandan students (in a shed, with a single teacher) transformed a suffering community into a vibrant hub of education, commerce and sufficiency. This is Pam’s account of God’s faithfulness to her new friends and herself as she endeavors to bless those less fortunate. In this legacy of love, (part memoir and part inspiration), she fights for her marriage, rides the rapids of the Nile, weeps for the sick and dying, and falls in love with the exotic beauty of Africa and its people. Government collaborations, brushes with royalty, witch doctors, miracles, rophesies, baptisms, and a Japanese earthquake: All are part of Pam’s story—and reveal how an ordinary person can experience significance, and be blessed, through colorful, exciting, heart-wrenching adventures. Since 2007, Pam McCormick has been traveling to Uganda with H.E.L.P. International, a small Colorado-based nonprofit. An Education degree, previous voluntarism, advocacy on behalf of children with Compassion International, and a personal dedication to sponsoring children in developing countries preceded her work in Uganda, where she has helped begin a primary school. Pam received a Lifetime Achievement Award signed by U.S. President Barack Obama for her lifelong commitment to building a stronger nation through volunteer service. When not traveling you will find her in Colorado with her family. You can contact her at accidentalmissionarybook@gmail.com. Books are available at Amazon in both paperback and kindle versions.

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eals on Wheels of Greeley is looking for a Satellite Program Admin for our Firestone office. The Satellite Program Admin will assist in the day to day operations of our Firestone office. The Satellite Program Admin will maintain a limited kitchen, ensure client sacks and meals are prepared in a timely and efficient matter, and uphold MOW records. 20 hours a week, Monday-Friday 9am-1pm. Paid time off. Apply today at www.Facebook.com/ MealsOnWheelsOfGreeley or call with questions (303)833-3021.

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ello, Frederick Neighbors! Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Brenda Curran, and I come from a long line of Colorado Natives, so naturally I am ecstatic by the opportunity of representing Frederick, Colorado at the Mrs. Colorado pageant June 5, 2021! I love a good challenge and I am so happy to see where this journey will take me in the upcoming months. Personal Growth and connections are why I feel honored for the nomination, as it is such an important role in our community. We all love this town and everything it has to offer; the variety of restaurants, family businesses, walking paths, friendly waves, majestic Rocky Mountain views, and the small community feel. My husband Jason and I have lived in Frederick since 2012. We have been working with the community through both of our small businesses. I have been doing bodywork for over 10 years, and started Essential Massage Therapy in Frederick, then expanded to Firestone in 2019. Jason and I have a beautiful blended family of 5 children: Lisa, Nicky, Joshua, Josh and Danny, our 2 German shepherds Eve and Dawn. We also have 3 “grand dogs”, (Daisy, Portia, Buster) and an orange tabby (Kloe). I love watching, feeding and learning about all the different birds in Colorado. My favorite is the Yellow sparrow, its beauty and song. I even get a little giddy when I have more than 5 birds in my yard at once. (Watch out for the squirrels!) And nothing soothes my soul quite like my lovely grandmother’s fresh baked carrot cake. No other dessert on this planet compares! 2021 has been a year of doing new things, as we just celebrated my 49th birthday. One of my goals has always been to run a marathon, so the decision was made to challenge myself to run a ½ marathon in support of education and acceptance of Autism. I hope all of you will be there to cheer on all participants in raising money in this greatly needed cause. Please join us May 8 at Carbon Valley Half Marathon & 5K, located at Firestone Regional sports complex. If you would like to donate, or register, go to www.raceentry.com/carbon-valley-halfmarathon-and-5k. Follow my progress to Mrs. Colorado 2021. Find me on Facebook @ MrsFrederickColorado2021 Instagram @MrsFrederick2021. WhooHoo!! People’s choice voting starts April 21, 2021, I will share this link on my pages. If you see me out for coffee, or on a run, feel free to wave or stop and say hello. Sponsored by: I-25 Kia, JK Trucking, Beth photography, Peppers fireside grill, CarbonValleyChiropractic, Golden Tranquiltiy Massage, Kellyanne Klink LMT, Curran’s Garage, Carrie Hutchinson Mary Kay, Brenda Ridgley Connections, Carbon Valley Consumer Report & Friends and Family. If you would like to join my Sponsors, email MrsFrederickColorado2021@gmail.com Thank you!!

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Vol. 22, Issue 4

Re-Elect Brian McCormick to United Power Board—Ballots Mailed

t has been an honor to serve you on the United Power Board since 2009. I have worked collaboratively with our excellent team to deliver strong results for you. I am seeking reelection to the board because I continue to have a passion for service to our members and I believe United Power’s future holds great opportunity. United Power is recognized as a leader among cooperatives in Colorado and across the Nation. Over 5,700 of our members have collectively installed 35 megawatts of distributed, member owned/ controlled generation. We strive to support member choices while ensuring financial stability and fairness for all members. In the future, technology, renewable resources and consumer wishes will

continue to be strong forces of change for all electric utilities. Through the hard work of our great team, United Power is well positioned to embrace these changes as opportunities instead of potential disasters. Providing your electric service in a safe, reliable and affordable manner is our priority at United Power. Our new Carbon Valley service center on I25 has greatly increased our responsiveness in serving members. We have invested significantly in upgrades, rebuilds and new technology across our system to provide ever more reliable service. The excellence and dedication of our team in operating this system has led to ever increasing reliability over the past five years even as we’ve added tens of thousands of new members.

Our team is focused on evolving our relationship with Tri-State, our power supplier, in an effort to lower costs. Ultimately, we aim to reduce rates for electric service and thereby make your electric bill more affordable. Providing more value for each dollar your family or business spends for electric power is fundamental to me. I understand that every dollar saved on your electric bill provides you opportunity to spend on other priorities. I am self-employed as an investor. Over my years of service, I’ve been honored to have previously served as Chairman and Vice-Chairman of our board. My professional history includes over a decade of service in the United States Army. I worked many years in information technology for the cities of Boulder, Greeley and Thornton. My education includes a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University and an MBA from Colorado State University. I regularly participate in electric cooperative and industry courses on issues of governance and industry change. My family is the joy and purpose of my life. My wife Jill and I and our children, Allison and James, live in Frederick. We love our Carbon Valley community. I humbly ask for your vote. I am always available to visit with you about United Power, my vision for our future, or any other questions. b@brianamccormick. com 720-652-9148

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FREDERICK MAYOR, TRACIE CRITES

 Happy April, Frederick! I hope your spring fever brings some fresh and welcoming light to your families and neighborhoods.  The Town of Frederick is gearing up for a busy April, including local vendors’ recruitment for our Finale Friday & Farmers Market 2021 season. On the last Friday of June, July, August, and September, vendors will bring their best for you to

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 I hope everyone has survived the recent snow storms and were able to enjoy an extra day or two at home with your families. If the storm left you with some broken tree branches to deal with

or face a mobility limitation. Residents with a temporary disability qualify for this service.  WHERE CAN I GO? ● This service is available Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm. ● Via can take you almost anywhere you’d like to go, including medical appointments, therapy, grocery stores, social events, senior centers, adult day programs, employment, and more. ● Via can also pick up and deliver pre-paid grocery orders within the City of Dacono. ● Service is available within the City of Dacono and between Dacono and Firestone, Frederick, Erie, or Boulder County. Service between communities may be limited to certain days.  HOW DO I GET STARTED?

● It starts with a call! To register to use this service, contact Via’s Mobility Specialists at 303-444-3043.  City-Wide Cleanout Month is Coming in May. You must be a Dacono resident to participate. Vouchers may be requested on the City of Dacono’s website at https:// www.cityofdacono.com/925/Citywide-Clean-Out-Month Residents without computer access may leave a voicemail for Ashley Taylor at 303-833-2317 X 120, however, confirmation will not be given. Requested vouchers will be mailed out to residents beginning Friday, April 23rd, 2021 through Friday, May 14th, 2021. Vouchers requested after May 14th, 2021 through May 31st, 2021 are available for pickup at the Dacono Police Department Monday through Friday 8:00am5:00pm. A drive-through event to pick up vouchers will also be held on Saturday, May 22nd from 10:00am-2:00pm in the church parking lot beside Dacono City Hall.

currently on our website and provides detailed information on Town of Mead land use, zoning, projects under construction and approved development projects. You can also download data and view the Weld County Geographical Information System.  Reliable Infrastructure: Mead is collaborating with Johnstown, Milliken and Berthoud with an intergovernmental agreement to explore the feasibility of bringing new broadband options to our communities. Together our four communities may be able to create an opportunity for enhanced broadband solutions that we could not achieve alone. A request for proposals has been launched and we hope to have a contractor on board by April that will guide the process. The Town is very excited to be a part of this regional effort.  Public Safety: The Police Blotter webpage was created to keep presidents updated on police activity. The Mead PD is responsible for responding to calls in Mead and areas of HWY 66 and I-25. The information provided on the Blotter is updated twice a month and is only a small percentage of the Mead PD’s

calls for service.  Fiscal Stability: Financial Audit proposals were review with the Finance Committee and staff is currently working through contract review with the selected firm. The Town of Mead is looking for an additional committee member with a significant background in finance. The Finance Committee reviews and makes recommendations on the Town budget, long-range financial planning, and investments.  Connected Community: Mead Spring CleanUp Days is scheduled for May 7 & 8. For more information and a detailed list of all recreation, youth sports, and events planned for 2021 go to: https://www.calameo.com/ read/006566550a12a046c8b4b. We continue to offer senior to-go meals every Thursday through Weld County Friendly Forks. Subscribe to our monthly Mead Messenger and email notifications: www.townofmead.org/newsletter/subscriptions. If you are new to Mead, check out our Resident Information webpage!

gather and enjoy a taste of Frederick and local wares. It’s not too early to start planning for your local business to showcase your specialty craft or homegrown goods. Market dates, themes, family activities, food trucks, and bands will soon be announced through our website and social media platforms.  We are proud to announce the new satellite location of the Small Business Development Center in downtown Fred. We now have office space and a dedicated SBA business coach to help our Frederick businesses plan, launch, manage and grow their business. The program is available as a complimentary service. The Town of Frederick has donated space in our new Administrative Services building (311 Fifth St.) as a centralized hub for businesses to continue to share with our community that they are “open for business.”  An integral component to cultivating and retaining local businesses is to dedicate the professionals that have spent

their career specializing in building a community with a strong business partnership. This position is new to the Town of Frederick but comes with much anticipation. Our Economic Development Director, Ryan Johnson, has already opened the dialog with many current businesses and potentially new opportunities. He has more than fifteen years of experience in community development, planning, economic development, redevelopment, urban renewal, and public policy. Ryan says, “With the Board of Trustee’s vision, they have prioritized increasing the economic development resources available to the community as well as increasing the visibility of the community in the region.” Frederick will be focusing on developing a business attraction and retention program that will encourage new high-quality commercial development and help existing businesses thrive.  Blessings to you all, Frederick.  Town of Frederick Mayor, Tracie Crites

we invite you to take advantage of our upcoming Clean-Up Day. A few upcoming dates to mark on your calendars for the month of April:  2021 Clean-Up Day Information: To ensure the Town is able to accommodate everyone, ease traffic congestion, and improve the resident experience, Clean-Up Day will now be split over 2 weekends based on your neighborhood. Weekend #1: Friday, April 23 & Saturday, April 24 and Weekend #2: Friday, April 30 & Saturday, May 1. Visit www.firestoneco.gov/cleanupday for more information.  The Board continues to meet about the Central Park Master Plan Project during our Work Sessions, held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. I invite the public to join

us, we want your input and you to be a part of the decisionmaking process. Visit www.firestoneco.gov/CentralPark for more information.  The Town is continually sharing updates and notices with residents online. Everything from street closures, event information and notices from the Board of Trustees. I encourage you to stay up-to-date by signing up for updates from the Town at www.firestoneco.gov/notifyme and following us on social media.  Thank you for your support. It’s an honor to be your Mayor, Mayor Bobbi Sindelar

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ur real estate market has seen substantial increases in prices over the past few years as well as a limited number of homes available on the market. This has led to an increase in practices that can be detrimental to uninformed sellers. Often times these are the elderly, people that have been in there home many years, estates, or distressed owners. With all the information that is available on line, it is fairly easy to target these groups of potentially vulnerable homeowners. One way this is happening is that an investor or agent contacts a homeowner who has been in the home a long time and likely has a lot of equity. The investor may offer a cash, quick sale at what appears to be a good price to the uninformed seller, even though it may be tens or hundreds of thousands below the actual market price. With the home contracted at a below market price, the investor then would assign (flip) the contract to another buyer for the market price. Another thing that can be detrimental to a seller is an agent or potential buyer wanting to purchase the home before it goes on the market. While there may be some benefits to the seller, anytime you limit the exposure of a property to the market, the likely effect is to sell for a lower price. Getting your property exposed to the entire marketplace and all the potential buyers is the best way for you to get the best deal for yourself in price, proceeds, inclusions and timing. These practices are not necessarily illegal or unethical, but may be victimizing an unsuspecting or uninformed homeowner. Don’t be pressured or rushed into making a decision. Check with a local Realtor to get a 2nd opinion on what your property is worth. Listen to your gut instincts. Be wary of anyone that approaches you about a sale you weren’t planning on. Talk to friends or family to get a reference for a Realtor that can give you trusted advice. If you are not sure if the person is a licensed broker, check them out at www.dora.colorado.gov/dre. If you consider their offer, get advice or representation for yourself. Have a Realtor or attorney on your side. The investor that is making the offer is looking out for their best interests, not yours. If they aren’t licensed brokers, they don’t have to follow the rules of the Real Estate Commission and if they are not Realtors, they don’t have a Code of Ethics to follow. Remember, exposing a property to the entire market is the best way for a seller to know that they’ve received the best price for the market. Greg Zadel: 2011 Realtor of the Year, Colorado Association of Realtors | 2008 President, Colorado Association of Realtors | Zadel Realty | 303-833-3012 | 8110 WCR 13 S-4 | Firestone greg@zadelrealty.com | www.zadelrealty.com

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otor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death in children. About 40 percent of the children killed in crashes were unrestrained. When car seats are installed properly and used correctly, they can reduce the risk of fatal injury by 54 to 71 percent. A 2016 report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (N.H.T.S.A.) found that up to 59 percent of car seats were misused. There are a lot of different child safety seats parents and caregivers can choose from on the market. This, combined with the vast differences in the many makes and models of vehicles on the market, can make the task of selecting and properly installing a seat correctly every time feel daunting. Some people are surprised to find that a higher price tag for your car seat does not necessarily mean the seat is safer than a less expensive model on the market. All seats are required to meet the same federal safety standard. Each seat manufacturer must crash test and certify all of their seat models before they are available on the market. N.H.T.S.A does random testing after car seats are on the market to ensure they comply with federal standards. The most important thing to remember when selecting a seat for your child is fit. This means the best car seat for your child is one that fits your child based on the height and weight requirements of the seat manufacturer and is easy for you to install and be confident in correctly buckling your child securely every time. Key points to remember about car seats and safety when transporting your little ones: • Keep kids rear-facing as long as possible. The safest way for your child to ride is rear-facing! The child should stay in

a rear-facing seat until they have reached the maximum height and weight requirements for that seat. American Academy of Pediatrics recommends finding a seat that will accommodate their weight and height rear-facing to age two. • Follow the car seat manu-facturer’s requirements of your seat for height and weight, and for things like seating positions, the carry handle positions when traveling, and expiration dates. • All forward-facing harnessed seats have a tether strap that connects the top of the seat to an anchor point in the vehicle. This tether is important as it decreases the amount of space a child’s head can pitch forward in a sudden stop or crash. • Use a booster! Many families rush to move their child from this important step in safety before it is safe to do so. A child under 4 foot 9 inches belongs in a booster no matter their age. These are simple steps you can take to ensure your child is riding safely every time they get in your car. The instruction manual for your seat, as well as the owner’s manual of your vehicle, will provide you with important details on installation, as well as the height and weight requirements of the child using the seat. This information is critical and should always be followed. However, sometimes this information can seem overwhelming or confusing, especially for new parents. Many seat manufacturers now offer video demonstrations and additional resources online. For more information, or to schedule a virtual seat check, email arichardson@mvfpd.org https://www.mvfpd.org/general/page/ car-seat-check-information

What's Going OnIN MEAD $500,000 grant received for Public Works Facility From Town Manager

rogress on construction of the FedEx facility continues and should be completed by summer 2021. FedEx will be conducting improvements to the offramps at Welker Avenue & I-25 intersection this spring. The Town is collaborating with Johnstown, Milliken and Berthoud with an intergovernmental agreement to explore the feasibility of bringing new broadband options to our communities. Together our four communities may be able to create an opportunity for enhanced broadband solutions that we could not achieve alone. A request for proposals has been launched and we hope to have a contractor on board by April that will guide the process. The Town is very excited to be a part of this regional effort.

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he Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) has awarded the Town of Mead an Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Fund (EIAF) grant to be used for the Mead Public Works Facility. “The $500,000 grant is crucial to moving forward with building the much-needed facility. The existing public works facility, a modular building, was originally intended to house the public works staff of eight. With the addition of a growing police department, the building now houses both the public works and police departments, totaling 21 people,” noted Town Engineer and Public Works Director Erika Rasmussen. The future home of the public works facility will be located on a 20-acre, townowned parcel along Weld County Road (WCR) 34, which will house public works and engineering staff as well as equipment currently stored in several locations across town. The facility will include 7,500 square feet of office space, maintenance shop,

locker rooms, restrooms, and a training room. It will better serve the community by enabling Public Works to consolidate equipment, manpower, and materials. The facility is designed to meet a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Level, which provides highly efficient and cost-saving green buildings. It will support future solar power and accommodate growth through phased-in service bays. In the award notice, DOLA Executive Director Rick M. Garcia states, “[Mead’s] project was reviewed based on a variety of factors such as its connection to energy impact, degree of need, measurable outcomes, amount of request, relationship to community goals, level of local match and community support, management capacity, resiliency and readiness to go.

Competition for these limited funds was intense, and we had many more request than we had funds available.” “With the $500,000 grant, we will be able to break ground on the new facility this summer and fully transition by early 2022,” added Rasmussen. The Colorado Department of Local Affairs’ Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Grant offers grant money to areas that are socially or economically impacted by the development, processing, or energy conversion of minerals and mineral fuels. Funds come from the state severance tax on energy and mineral production, and from a portion of the state’s share of royalties paid to the federal government for mining and drilling of minerals and mineral fuels on federally owned land.

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In and Around Carbon Valley, Erie, & Mead

Meal Assistance for Seniors The Weld County Area Agency on Aging opened two temporary drive up TAKEOUT locations for the Friendly Fork Senior Nutrition Program which serves nutritious lunches to seniors. Reservations are required and must be made by 11:30 am the business day prior by calling the Friendly Fork hotline at 970400-6955 and leaving a message with your name, phone number and which location. You may also email that information to FriendlyFork@weldgov.com. You must be at least 60 years of age or a spouse of a person at least 60 years of age. Suggested donation: $4 South County Location on Tuesday/ Thursday at Carbon Valley Senior Center across from the Recreation Center, at 6615 Frederick Way in Frederick. To-go boxes will be served at 11:30 am. Please share this with any seniors who would benefit from this program. If you are a senior or know one who needs help accessing other food resources call 970400-6132.

April Need a Notary? Carbon Valley Insurance offers Notary Services in Frederick at 630 Main Street, Unit C. Call 303.833.3640 and ask for Nicole for more information. You may email carbonvalleyins@hotmail.com or see their website at www.carbonvalleyinsurance.com.

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Aims Community College Offering Free Tax Prep Help Aims Community College is continuing its 13-year partnership with Denverbased Piton Foundation to offer free tax help in our community. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the process will be different and some locations have changed. The program at Aims has grown to serve 1,000 to 1,500 taxpayers per year, with the help of IRS-certified students and community volunteers. This year all visitors and volunteers on campus will be asked to follow COVID-19 safety protocols, including wearing a mask. Procedures have been updated to allow for social distancing, and appointments are required at some locations. Taxpayers who earn $57,000 gross annually or less are eligible for tax preparation help. For more information about getting help filing, including making an appointment and learning what paperwork is needed to file, visit aims.co/FreeTaxHelp.

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Aims Community College is one of the most progressive two-year colleges in Colorado. Founded more than 50 years ago in Greeley, Aims has since established locations in Fort Lupton, Loveland and Windsor. Curriculum now includes 4,000 day, evening, weekend and online courses annually in more than 200 degree and certificate programs. Aims Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Aims Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution. www.aims.edu

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Spring Cleanup Household Hazardous Materials and Wastes Residents of Weld County, including those living in Dacono, Frederick, Firestone, Mead, Fort Lupton and Platteville may dispose of new and used household hazardous materials and wastes for FREE at the Weld County South Household Hazardous Waste Facility. Hazardous materials and wastes include motor oils, paints, batteries, antifreeze, flammables, fluorescent bulbs, and much more. Also, reusable hazardous materials are available FREE. The building address is 5500 Highway 52, Dacono -- between I-25 and Colorado Blvd. Hours are EVERY Friday and Saturday, 9 am – 4 pm, except closed Friday and Saturday on threeday major holiday weekends (Note: the facility will be closed on April 23 and 24). For information, please call (970) 4002233, or Google search: Weld County household hazardous waste disposal.

FREE Tax Help at Aims College Aims Community College is continuing to offer free tax help to the community this year. The program is part of the college’s 13-year partnership with the Denver-based Piton Foundation. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the process will be different and some locations have changed. The program at Aims has grown to serve 1,000 to 1,500 taxpayers per year, with the help of IRS-certified students and community volunteers. This year all visitors and volunteers on campus will be asked to follow COVID-19 safety protocols, including wearing a mask. Procedures have been updated to allow for social distancing, and appointments are required at some locations. Taxpayers who earn $57,000 gross annually or less are eligible for tax preparation help. For more information about getting help filing, including making an appointment and learning what paperwork is needed to file, visit aims.co/ FreeTaxHelp.

What's Going OnIN FIRESTONE CLEOW Raising Funds for Talley Family

n March 22, 2021 Officer Eric Talley arrived on scene to an active shooter situation in Boulder Colorado. Without hesitation he heroically rushed into gunfire to help those inside. Sadly, he was fatally shot. Officer Eric Talley leaves behind a wife and 7 children. He was the sole provider for his family. Our goal with this campaign is to help provide financial support as they navigate life without their husband/father. Officer Talley was a man of faith and one who displayed integrity and respect as a husband, father and law enforcement officer. He left his mark on so many and his loss is felt by every person who had the privilege of knowing him. All funds raised for this campaign will go directly to Officer Talley’s family through the Boulder Police Officers Association. www.inktothepeople.com/officererictalley for ways to help. CLEOW is a group of Law Enforcement Officer Wives based in Colorado.

Update from the Firestone Mayor and Board

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he Board of Trustees understands that many residents are closely monitoring the situation regarding our Police Chief. As a Board, we have seen many questions raised. And while we’re pleased to see so many Firestone residents engaged, we want to make sure everyone has access to information that is both factual and reliable. In response to allegations of misconduct and in accordance with Town of Firestone policy, Police Chief David Montgomery was placed on paid Administrative Leave on February 17, 2021, so that an investigation could be conducted. That investigation is underway. One question that has been asked of us is regarding CIRSA’s role. (CIRSA – Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency provides the Town insurance and guidance as part of its overall risk management.) When recent allegations surfaced, the Town was advised directly by CIRSA that it needed to have an investigation conducted by an independent third-party. That is exactly what is happening. The Town has sought and is following CIRSA guidance at every step of this process. We understand that there is some confusion regarding the Town Manager’s role in this process. The Town Manager had no role in selecting the investigator and has no role in the investigation itself. The investigator is an independent third-party. Given the ongoing status of the investigation and the fact that this is a personnel matter, the Board of Trustees cannot comment further on any aspect regarding Chief Montgomery’s status. Command staff in the Police Department is managing the Department’s daily operations. The men and women of the Firestone Police Department continue to serve our community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Board of Trustees wants to thank everyone that supports Chief Montgomery. We all have a deep admiration and appreciation for him and his service to the Town. Please don’t mistake our required silence as a lack of support. We are simply unable to comment on an ongoing investigation. Thank you to all those who support Chief Montgomery. We are truly hoping for the best possible outcome.

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Ladies League at Bella Rosa Golf Course

he Ladies League at Bella Rosa Golf Course (5830 Bella Rosa Pkwy.) starts Wednesday, May 5 and continues each Wednesday night through August 25. New for 2021 - we’ve added Ladies Fun Nights featuring themes like Swing with Bling and Hawaiian Luau. League Play nights consist of a competitive and non-competitive division. The weekly fee is $11 to walk and $20 to ride. Ready to sign-up? Get more information and register today at www. bellarosagolf.com/ladies-league

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Frederick Police Department Award 2020 Employee of the Year goes to Patricia Cochran

n Wednesday, March 17, the Frederick Police Department announced their 2020 Employee of the Year as Patricia Cochran, Police Secretary. Pat has worked for the Town as the Part-Time Police Secretary since August of 2015. Her duties include customer service and processing case reports, but really, she is the go-to person for all requests. The Frederick Police Department has 28 employees who voted unanimously to honor Pat with the annual award. “Pat deserves this award for her dedication, teamwork, and unwavering service to the entire team,” said Chief Todd Norris. “She is the backbone of our Police Department and always willing to go above and beyond her assigned duties”. Santa Cops is a Frederick Police Department program near and dear to Pat’s heart. We are fortunate to have Pat on our team as she was previously involved with Santa Cops for 11 years while employed by a neighboring municipality. “Santa Cops is teamwork. All of us in this department, including volunteers from our community, work together to make this program successful. We begin in October, sending letters to local businesses asking for donations, preparing and distributing the applications/referrals, shopping for the items on the children’s wish list, wrapping presents, and distributing those gifts to the families. The most rewarding thing is seeing the happy faces of the families we have been able to help,” noted Pat.

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Grow fresh fruits and vegetables at the Nelson Family Community Garden (4943 State Hwy 52). Plots of varying sizes are available and ready for planting season. Gardening is a relaxing activity that pays dividends of home-grown produce. No tools? No problem! Nelson Family Community Garden supplies the tools and water. If you’re ready for this summer-long commitment, the Garden Manager would love to hear from you. Learn more about the Community Garden and email the Garden Manager for more information.2022 Calendar Photo Contest We want to know “What Matters to You” for the 2022 Calendar Photo Contest. The Town will showcase local photographers in a full-sized, 12-month calendar that will be sent to Frederick residents and businesses. Photographers can submit their photos by completing the online submission form. Photos are due by 11:59 p.m. on October 3, 2021. Pictured here is a photo submission for the 2021 calendar by Tim A. Be sure to read the rules of the contest and submit your photo today at www.frederickco.gov/837/CommunityGarden

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Spring Clean Up Days

The Landfill Voucher Program is back for Spring 2021. Town of Frederick residents can use a voucher for one free trip to the Front Range Landfill (1830 Weld County Road 5, Erie, CO 80516) during April 2021. The official voucher is provided by the Town of Frederick and are available now through Friday, April 30. Get all the details for the voucher, electronics recycling, tree limb disposal, and senior item pickup.

Rental Assistance Funds Available

Do you need help paying rent? Weld County Government has received $9,765,398 to assist eligible county residents who are struggling to pay their rent and utilities in the wake of COVID-19. the Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance program will be administered through the Department of Human Services (DHS) to eligible households who apply for assistance. See eligibility requirements and apply online for the Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance program. Photo: Chief Todd Norris (left) and Amanda Purcell (right), Police Records Supervisor, present Pat (middle) with a plaque commemorating this prestigious award. Photo by Jessica Hill/Town of Frederick.

For information, please contact Angela Wilson at AWilson@ FrederickCO.gov. ABOUT THE TOWN OF FREDERICK –With its close proximity to the Denver metro area and the Northern Front Range, the Town of Frederick is a dynamic community at the center of commerce, industry and education. Multiple recreational and residential facilities make the Town of Frederick a retreat full of diverse opportunity that continues to respect its heritage as a mining town incorporated in 1907.

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Free Food Tuesday

he “FREE FOOD TUESDAY” (free food giveaway) is held every Tuesday of every week in the parking lot of New Horizons Christian Church, 701 Carbondale Drive, Dacono, CO 80514 (the corner of Hwy. 52 and Forest Ave.), from approximately 1:45 to 3:00pm each week (advertised from 2:00-3:00pm). The church has graciously donated their space to help facilitate this distribution. This program is in conjunction with the Weld Food Bank who has been providing much needed food since the approximate beginning of fall, 2020, and will continue throughout 2021 as long as there is a need for those affected by the pandemic. This program is in addition to the Weld Food Bank Mobile Pantry which distributes food in the church’s parking lot the first (1st) and fourth (4th) Thursday of each month. I am part of a volunteer team that is at the church’s parking lot from 1:45 to 3:00 pm every Tuesday. If the weather is inclement, the church has also been gracious to let us use an area right inside the church for people to come in and, basically, “shop” for food. One of the volunteers, Stan Owens, travels each Tuesday morning to the Weld Food Bank in Greeley to pick-up the food for that day. Once he arrives back in Dacono, we assemble at the church and set-up tables of the food for anyone in the Tri-Town area to come and partake. Each week a variety of items are provided for the public. This is open to all residents in our communities. There are no ID checks, income checks, and we do not turn anyone away from this service. We provide grocery bags for them to put their items in and help them carry items to their cars, if needed. The “FREE FOOD TUESDAY” event is advertised on NextDooor every week that reaches over 18 neighborhoods in the area. We have all been truly blessed to be able to provide this service to those in need. In fact, we have had residents throughout the communities, who have personally donated other food items for distribution as well. The response has been great and we serve approximately 20 vehicles per week. As more and more learn about this service, it’s been an honor and pleasure to be able to serve as many as are possible.

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If you or someone you know is celebrating a 100th birthday, the Centennial Club of Weld County wants to know! The Centennial Club honors residents turning 100 years old or older with a proclamation by the Weld County Board of Commissioners at a livestreamed board meeting, as well as recognition on our social media channels. All you have to do is fill out the questionnaire at https://bit.ly/3cjxlSY & email carbonvalley@ gmail.com. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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Town of Firestone George E. Heath Community Scholarship Program

he Town of Firestone is excited to announce a new community scholarship program for Firestone high school seniors! The Town of Firestone George E. Heath Community Scholarship Program was established to provide area students with scholarship aid for their academic excellence and community involvement to assist them in achieving educational goals following high school. The George E. Heath Community Scholarship is awarded to students for tuition expenses at the school of their choice. All students residing in Firestone are eligible and are encouraged to apply. As a requisite for consideration, applicants must have actively participated in extracurricular and community service related projects in Firestone and the Carbon Valley area. SCHOLARSHIP OPEN NOW APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 30, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. SCHOLARSHIP AWARD DETAILS The Town of Firestone will award up to two (2) $1,000 scholarships annually The applicant must be a resident of the Town of Firestone The applicant must be a graduating senior from an accredited high school or home school program The applicant must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher The applicant must have demonstrated involvement with extracurricular activities and community service The applicant must be planning to attend an accredited college, university, trade school, community college, junior college, or another qualifying program Awarded scholarship funds will be made directly to the school in the name of the recipient. See https://www.firestoneco.gov/scholarships for more info. ABOUT GEORGE HEATH On April 27, 2020, George Heath passed away peacefully at his home with loved ones by his side. The Heath Family have been loyal advocates of education and supporting Firestone youth over the years. The George E. Heath Community Scholarship Program will continue this legacy. George Heath served the Town of Firestone in varying capacities over the last 20 years. Most recently, he served as a Trustee for two full terms with the Firestone Board of Trustees. In addition to serving as a Trustee, George served on several boards, commissions, and committees, including the Town’s Planning and Zoning Commission, he was a founding member of the Carbon Valley Help Center, was an enthusiastic campaign supporter towards the ultimate success in building the Police Department & Municipal Court Building, he remained an active participant of Habitat for Humanity and was known to be the consummate ambassador for the Historic Firestone neighborhood. In his honor this scholarship was created.

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he Firestone Free Thinkers 4-H club held their monthly meeting on March 7 at Rinn United Methodist church in Fredrick with 13 members and 17parents in attendance. After pledges were given to the 4-H flag and the American flag the treasures report and minutes of the last meeting were read. New members introduced themselves followed by questions and answers about how 4-H operates. The following new officers were elected. President, Ryan Sardonia; V.P. Wade Griffith; Treasurer, Makenna Griffith; Reporter, Lainey Rigley. The secretary position remains open at this time. Luke Darby was accepted as the new co-organizational leader in training to assist Ron Martin. Members reported on events attended including Hunter safety course, woodworking class, foods and donation of a gift card for a family in need. Shown in the photo is Lainey Rigley giving a demonstration with her silky chicken named Marshmallow. Next meeting will be on March 28 at Rinn Church at 3 pm as the first Sunday of the month in April is Easter. Photo and article by Ron Martin. 720.878.7112

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Body + Soul Wellbeing Food for the Soul: We Prefer To Not Call It Easter! By Jim Coleman

realize that using this title for my column may ‘go against the grain’ of many Christians who do use the name Easter for the holy day each year in commemoration of Jesus’ resurrection from the dead, but I will explain myself and give you the opportunity to ‘buy into’ what may seem to some to be a dramatic shift in verbiage. Hear me out please. Yes, there are those who point to ancient goddesses worshipped by pagans as the origin of the name Easter. The meaning of the word is ‘dawn’, and since Jesus rose from the dead on the first day of the week in the early morning, that name is not totally unacceptable. I grew up with that as the only option in the church I was attending as a youth, and we always had an early cold Easter Sunrise Service on a hillside to celebrate the resurrection and sing His praises. Since becoming a born-again follower of Jesus at age 23 (as opposed to being simply a church-attender), I have come to prefer the term ‘Resurrection Sunday’ over Easter Sunday. You may be wondering, what does it matter? In the greater scheme of things, it doesn’t, since going to Heaven

when we leave this planet has to do with having a relationship with Jesus, and not what name we choose to call the highest holy day on the Christian calendar. I could make the argument that candy stores would lose business trying to sell us on the Resurrection Bunny instead of the Easter Bunny, who supposedly can lay chocolate eggs! And for sure the so-called ‘Easter Bunny’ didn’t die for our sins. Having a Resurrection egg hunt doesn’t have the same ring to it as an Easter egg hunt, although as one who raises laying hens, I know they don’t care what day it is when they do their thing laying an egg; it is simply time to get rid of that egg which has been developing inside of them for many days, and so it has to go. But does simply coloring the outside of an egg identify Jesus as the theme of the day, or is it just a fun time for children? At least in some places in the world the message on the outside of the egg is painted to point to the resurrection. So why make any fuss at all about a well-accepted name for a holy day? My biggest choice for preferring Resurrection over Easter is simple; that is precisely what

the day is about. On Good Friday Jesus died in the cruelest fashion known to man, on a Roman cross. He willingly allowed men He had created to put Him to death for crimes He had not committed. Watch the movie Passion of the Christ and tell me that what He endured wasn’t all that excruciating. And if He indeed was innocent, why would God the Father allow such cruelty to His one and only Son? This much is clear in Scripture, it was God’s plan from eternity past to pay for us the sin debt that we could never pay ourselves. Only one Man has lived a sinless life, and He was the crucified Christ we celebrate on Resurrection Sunday. There is some true sadness in His suffering in our place, but superb joy that when God raised Him from the dead, it was like He was saying “Amen” to some of Jesus’ last words from t h e cross, when He uttered “Tetelestai”I t is finished. He had completely completed His Father’s assigned task for our salvation.

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alud Family Health Centers (Salud), a federally qualified health center, operating 13 clinics in northeastern and southeastern Colorado, is committed to providing access to COVID-19 vaccines to our patients and community members. To date, Salud has provided 36,747 COVID-19 vaccines at our clinic sites and through pop-up clinics arranged in community settings. Salud receives COVID-19 vaccine through the State of Colorado, Health Resources Service Administration (HRSA) and through the State of Colorado’s Health Equity Taskforce. Salud was one of the first 25 health centers in the country to receive direct COVID 19 vaccine shipment through HRSA under the Health Center COVID-19 Vaccine Program, due to our strong commitment to vaccinate vulnerable populations. In recognition of our focused vaccination efforts, Salud was honored with a scheduled visit from the Vice President of the United States, Vice President Harris on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at the Salud Fort Lupton clinic. The Vice President wanted to see firsthand Salud’s responsive vaccination efforts and to celebrate the passage of the American Rescue Plan, which will provide funding to community health centers, like Salud, to support widespread vaccination efforts in our communities. Salud is a trusted health care entity and we are confident that with adequate funding, staffing and vaccine, we can make a significant impact in our ongoing vaccination efforts. Due to unforeseen travel delays, the Vice President was unable to visit the clinic, in person. However, the Vice President still had the opportunity to connect with Salud’s CEO, John Santistevan, to discuss our vaccine efforts.

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Metropolitan Physical Therapy’s Values: Transparency: We will at every opportunity provide billing and treatment transparency. All therapists will fully disclose if they have any financial relationships with any treatment or product they recommend. Innovation: We encourage creativity and forward thinking to provide you with the most efficient care with the best outcomes. Commitment: When you become a client of Metropolitan Physical Therapy, our staff is committed to making sure you have an excellent experience at our clinic. Advocacy: We will advocate with you, especially when you are considering surgical and pain management options. Metropolitan Physical Therapy is conveniently contracted with most insurance companies, including medical lien companies such as Personicare, Marrick, Bridgewell, and Injury Finance. Call for a complete list. Metropolitan Physical Therapy is currently accepting new clients, and offer a Complimentary Consultation for all new patients. Their hours are 7AM-7PM Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 7-12PM on Saturdays. Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays please call for a morning appointment. The new Erie location is just off Briggs Street across from Echo Brewing. | 615 Briggs St., Suite A. | Erie, CO 80516 | 303.665.2405

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Healthy Alternative & Chinese Medicine: Spring

t this time of year many people tend to do “spring cleaning” in the home, so I thought it would be fun to share some information about the importance of spring cleaning to help keep our mind and body happy and healthy. According to Chinese Medicine, the Liver and Gallbladder are the internal organs associated with spring. This article will provide background and discuss the importance of taking special care of these vital organs throughout spring. This season of renewal is a great time to do simple “cleansing,” especially for the Liver and Gallbladder. Both of these organs are always working to renew the body in several ways, such as their role in digestion and ridding the body of toxins. For instance, the Liver is the largest internal organ and functions include storing and distributing nourishment throughout the body, filtering toxins from the blood, and is involved in the formation of red blood cells and breakdown of blood. The liver, or hepatic cells, make bile which aids in digestion and stores the bile in the gallbladder to be used in the intestines for the breakdown of fats, and for enhancing the small intestine’s ability to absorb fatty acids. In addition to physical function, these organs have spiritual and emotional function as well. The Liver involves regulating emotions, particularly anger, resentment, forgiveness, flexibility, and planning. It is a smooth and healthy Liver that contributes to our ability to visualize and make flexible plans. If the Liver were a person she would be the one who writes the mission statement for a company. And, if the Gallbladder were a person, he would be the one to carry out the plans, and delegate responsibility to the appropriate people in order to get the job done well. They work fabulous together. There are some very general dietary guidelines to keep in mind during early springtime which include eating less, limiting or avoiding heavy foods such as meat, dairy, poor quality fats, and intoxicants. A general list of foods that help the Liver and Gallbladder function include the onion family, vinegar, basil, lemon, mint and leafy greens, especially dandelion and mustard greens. Carrying out a springtime cleanse can be very simple, or more involved depending upon individual need. It is a good idea to make these dietary changes with the guidance of a healthcare practitioner, or along with a friend or family member so that there is someone to ask questions and talk with about the experience. In general, people notice that even though changing food habits may have been trying at times, they feel much more vibrant and creative when it’s finished. “Since spring is the season in which the universal energy begins anew and rejuvenates, one should attempt to correspond to it directly by being open and unsuppressed, both physically and emotionally.” -Huang Di Nei Jing

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How to Thrive While Navigating Through Uncertain Times By Cheryl Jackson, Certified Life, Strengths & Business Coach

ost of us love stability and a sense of confidence in planning for the future. The challenges we faced this past year were world-wide. That fact alone gives us a connection to one another like no other time in history. The uncertainty of this past year has affected us all whether you like to plan ahead for your future, or go with the flow and discover the future one day at a time. Most have adapted in order to survive. However, survival does not motivate most of us. Thriving in the midst of uncertainty requires a new way of looking at our lives and circumstances. How can we navigate through uncertain times and thrive in the process when we don’t know what tomorrow will bring? Here are a few things to consider: IF YOU LOVE BHAGS (Big Hairy Audacious Goals) consider SBAGs (Stretching But Attainable Goals). What is in front of you today that you can do right now that stretches you to learn, grow, or accomplish one thing new? Remember to break it down. One new thing a day is 7 new things this week, or 30 things this month...and so on. You get the point. Stop focusing on the big mountain in front of you, and stretch yourself today! DO YOU! Know your own brilliance and your natural strengths. Staying in your lane and doing what you do best will energize and motivate you. Gallup Clifton Strengths Assessment will help you with that. DON’T BE LIKE ANYONE ELSE! Collaborate with others who bring different strengths and skills. It’s easy to work with others just like us, but great things happen when we learn to embrace what makes us unique and different. Roger Von Oech said, “There are precious few Einsteins among us. Most brilliance arises from ordinary people working together in extraordinary ways.” You have the power within to Thrive. Keep your focus on what you have right now. Do not focus on what you don’t have. You will thrive by staying in the present and navigating where you are right now. Contact Cheryl to discover your Strengths. Use code: CarbonValley0321 for free assessment with purchase of 1 hour coaching session. www.LiveLifeFullyCoaching.com

Challenge Winner & Fitness Group Classes

ime For Change Personal Training and Fitness Group started a 60 Day Fitness Challenge in January to help us improve our overall health by being more active, gaining lean muscle, and to help improve nutrition. This Challenge was based on points earned for strength, cardio or other workouts, walking, tracking nutrition/water intake, and making healthy lifestyle improvements during the 60 days of the challenge. I’m so proud of all the ladies that participated and worked hard on improving their health. Congratulations to Roxanne Wedan, winner of the 60 Day Fitness Challenge! She earned $200 and prizes for having the highest points earned. Roxanne said, “Tracy’s challenges are always a great motivation to get a healthy lifestyle back on track. I attended her virtual Fitness Group Classes 2x per week, as well as completed daily cardio workouts and walks over 30

minutes. I focused on a low carb diet, and over all trying to eliminate sugar from my diet. I have more energy now and have increased my strength and endurance. I’m looking forward to maintaining this healthier lifestyle by continuing to participate in Tracy’s Fitness Group Classes, especially the new CoreFirst Trainer class”. Ladies, are you looking for a place to workout that is fun and judgment free? Then join us for my Fitness Group Classes. The new CoreFirst Trainer Classes are Mondays at 7pm & Fridays at 8:30am. Interval/ Strength Training Classes are Tuesdays at 8:30am & Wednesdays at 7pm. Check out my website for details on each of these classes and to get signed up today!

Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist at 303-828-2856 or visit www. TimeForChangePersonalTraining.com.

Cryotherapy, Compression & Fascial Stretch Therapies in Frederick

eamwork Therapy & Sports Recovery is excited to announce that it is now a Full Service Therapy &Sports Recovery Center! What does this mean? This means that not only will they continue to provide excellent Manual Therapy (Neuromuscular Therapy & Fascial Stretch Therapy) and Dry Needling but they also now provide Cryotherapy, Compression, ESTIM Therapy and more!! The main focus of these new services is centered around Cryotherapy. Cryotherapy is essentially cold therapy. The sub-zero temperatures make your blood circulation soar, boosting oxygen and nutrients around the body, speeding up removal of toxin and even toning your muscles. The oxygen and nutrient-rich blood flow can improve immune system and organ function, while also reducing inflammation. Exposure to extremely cold temperatures triggers the body to boost its metabolic rate to produce heat. The effects of Cryo last for hours after your session, causing the body to burn approximately 500-800 calories. After several sessions, the metabolic increase tends to last longer, making CRYOTHERAPY an excellent compliment to a healthy diet and workout program. Teamwork Therapy & Sports Recovery offers Cryotherapy in several modalities including whole body Cryotherapy (maximum session time 3 minutes), localized Cryotherapy, and Cryotherapy facials. It is important to point out that there are certain contraindications of cold therapy and a list of these conditions can be viewed on teamworkcolorado.com. Compression Therapy is another exciting new service that Teamwork Therapy offers. Dynamic air compression effectively mimics the muscle pump of the legs and arms, enhancing the movement of fluid and metabolites out of the limbs after an intense workout. Created by a physician bioengineer (MD, PhD), the Normatec line combines dynamic air compression with a patented Pulse massage pattern that employs three key techniques— pulsing, distal release, and gradients. Studies show it can help relieve muscle aches and/ or pain and temporarily increase circulation resulting in increased flexibility and range of motion, injury prevention, and accelerated recovery time. Source: hyperice.com. To kick off the launch of its new services, Teamwork Therapy & Sports Recovery is offering your first whole body Cryotherapy session at $25.00 (regularly $45.00)! If you enjoy your experience and the excellent benefits that come from Cryotherapy, they offer both membership and single session pricing for future treatments! Additionally, current clients coming in for a regular Manual Therapy Treatment session will also enjoy a discount if they choose to add on the Cryotherapy session after their treatment. Please visit teamworkcolorado.com to book a Cryotherapy session and for more details regarding pricing, benefits, and contraindications. Located at 630 Main Street in Frederick, Colorado.

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Fresh Paint Does Wonders But There Are Rules

e all know a fresh coat of paint can do wonders for a room. However, if the bones of our homes aren’t in the best shape, the results won’t be as pleasing, which is why standards should be followed when building your home. Industry standards for various building trades have been established to provide guidelines for what is acceptable from the ground up. This criterion is available from excavating to cement to plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and most other trades involved in the building industry. This is true for painting as well. How our project looks at completion is partially dependent upon the trades before us. We depend on carpenters to follow standards for design and installation of woodwork so the structure is framed to be plumb, level, flat, straight, and square, based on levels of workmanship defined in the plans. Drywall should be finished at the recommended level suited for its final decoration. There are 6 levels of drywall finishes. The criteria for

each level is based upon how many thin coats of joint compound (mud) are applied in which the tape is embedded at joints and angles, and over the fasteners. What is most commonly seen in garages and storage areas is a Level 2 drywall finish (one coat of mud.) If you are going to have heavily textured walls you need to have your drywaller apply at least a Level 3 drywall finish which adds one more coat of mud. If your final finish is to be a light texture, flat paint, or a lightweight wall covering, you will most likely want a Level 4 drywall finish, which adds another separate coat over tape and fasteners. Paint sheens other than flat are not recommended over a Level 4 drywall finish although we often paint with a satin sheen which is the most requested. A Level 5 drywall finish would require a skim coat and is recommended when final finishes are to be semi-gloss, gloss, or enamel paint. Most of the work we see is Level 4 and 5. Keep in mind these are guidelines. The goal is to have smooth walls and ceilings, free of flaws, fastener pops, dimples, visible corner bead, visible joints, visible tape, and excess mud. Once this is accomplished, the painting can begin.

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he American dream to own a residential home continues to be a struggle as the prices of homes continue to rise and inventory continues to struggle to keep up with the demand of people wanting to purchase. For this article I will focus on Firestone, Frederick and Dacono. Spring is here! The magical time of the year when everything is coming alive and blooming! A great time to put all those winter ideas into blooming action! Cooped up all winter, many are thinking of a new space to live in! Time to buy a house! Time to sell a house! There are definitely more people wanting to jump into the market to buy however many are quickly finding there are slim pickings in today’s current market! If you are looking for a home priced under $415,000 there are currently only two homes available. One in Frederick and one in Dacono. If your price range is a bit more between $450,000 and $499,000, currently seven homes are active. You would think that the more you increase the purchase amount the more inventory, but the truth is even homes priced between $500,000 - $600,000 are struggling to keep up with the current demand with only ten homes currently active! The crazy thing is how fast they go! They are going under contract in 3 to 4 days! Very fast! If you are thinking of selling, now is a great time to sell! It is definitely a seller’s market! If you can’t even come close to affording a home priced in the $400,000, what in the world are you to do? Are you stuck being a renter, dumping your money

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errod Marshall, his wife and two boys have lived in the Firestone, Frederick area since 2010. Jerrod’s wife is a native Coloradoan, who was born and raised in Longmont, and Jerrod was born and raised in Boise, ID. The two of them met in Florida while completing internships with the Walt Disney World Company. After living in Florida, they decided to move to Colorado so they could be near family. Jerrod has been able to follow his passion of helping others with their Real Estate dreams. Our local office is located at 6410 Miller St. #12 Arvada, CO. 80004. Jerrod is ready to assist you with either selling your existing home or helping you find your next home here in Colorado.

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Carbon Valley Chamber Scholarship Applications Now Available

tudents Apply Now - Carbon Valley Chamber Offers Three $1000 Scholarships! Plus, a George Heath Community Involvement Scholarship! The Carbon Valley Chamber Scholarship Application is now available. This scholarship is open to all students who reside in the Carbon Valley. Deadline to submit completed applications is Friday, April 2, 2021. You can download the application from the Chamber’s Website, get it from your school counselor or contact Julia. If you would like to make a donation to the George Heath Scholarship contact Julia or 303-833-5933 For more information check on www.carbonvalleychamber.com

April Business After Hours!!

oin Mahnke Auto Body on April 1st from 5 to 7 pm for a Business After Hours & Celebration of 46 yrs in business! This will be an in person event. There will be networking, door prizes and more!! Mahnke is proud to host a Carbon Valley Chamber After Hours on April 1st, 2021 from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm at 8478 Raspberry Way, Frederick, CO. The shop is located behind Stevinson Lexus of Frederick. Mahnke Auto Body was founded in 1975 by Gary and Judy Mahnke. April 1st is the company’s 46th Anniversary . Presently, Mahnke has seven Colorado locations: Arvada, Brighton, Fort Lupton, Frederick, Golden, Gunnison, and Salida. Sam Mahnke, CEO/Owner will be expertly running the BBQ grill for Mahnke’s guests. Hamburgers, Brats, Hotdogs and fixin’s will be served. The shop will be open for inspection and for a live Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) demonstration. Drawing prizes will be provided by Mahnke Auto Body’s shops. General Manager Bryan Romero and his team are looking forward to visiting with the Carbon Valley members. Mahnke’s corporate photographer, Lucy Tucy, will take photos of the event: www.lucytuckphotography.com.

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et’s be honest, it’s been a tough year! Here at Carbon Valley Lutheran Church we know it because we’ve felt it, but also because we’ve seen the struggle in the community we love. We’ve seen individuals, families and small business owners trying to stay afloat. We want to do our part to help. Through member donations and a grant, we are overjoyed to be able to help. We will be giving away $10,000 worth of $50 gift cards from 7 local restaurants.  Butcher & the Blonde  E.L.F. Grill  Georgia Boys  Hacienda Jalisco  Peel Pizzeria  Peppers Fireside Grille  Vn Pho Our hope is these cards help in two ways; first, it gives a family/individual the ability to enjoy some local food. Secondly,

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it helps our struggling local restaurants who have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic shut downs. Nominations will come from you. Do you have a friend or neighbor who could use a boost? Someone who has lost a job or had hours cut back? Someone who has adversely been affected by COVID? Nominate them below and we’ll send them a card. This giveaway will be hyper local and here’s how we will distribute:  Nominations must be submitted online (first come, first sent).  Families/individuals being nominated must be local (Firestone, Frederick or Dacono).  One submission per family/ individual.  Seven local restaurants to choose from (Pick your top three faves. We’ll do our best to accommodate).  Our intent is to help Carbon Valley folks who could use a boost so we ask that your nominations honor that. Lastly, we aren’t asking for anything. This isn’t some bait and switch type thing. We won’t harvest your data or the info on whom you are nominating. We simply want to help. Go here to nominate: www.

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Obituaries and Memorials

Obituaries, Memorial Messages & photos are always FREE in our publications~ Please tell the funeral home or e-mail to carbonvalley@gmail.com. Because we are a monthly paper, most funeral dates will be past. You may post funeral service information at www.facebook.com/CarbonValleyConsumerReport and we will share with the community.

Charles “Chuck” Glenn Fordyce

February 22, 1971 to March 10, 2021 From his first breath, Chuck proved to be a fighter, in the best sense of the word. He persevered as the cord was detangled from around his neck at birth through his whole fifty years on this earth. And through every one of those years, his love and capricious spirit filled us up. We can only hope the love of family and friends filled him up as generously. It would be fair to say, Chuck was a gatherer. He picked, collected, accumulated, and harvested. From people to furniture, he recognized beauty and potential. He was loyal, fun-loving, onery, introspective, devoted, courageous, encouraging, and affectionate. He was tough as nails and looked even tougher. You wouldn’t want to meet him in a dark alley and yet, he was a kind and caring soul. Through many conversations and letters, Chuck shared that his soul was the Lord’s. Perhaps that’s how he remained upbeat and positive about life and the future. Even at five years old, after moving to Washington state, he would talk to everybody who walked past the house and asked, “Will you be my friend?” He surrounded himself with good people but pity those who were not. He would give you anything you needed if he had it, plus some. He was a tough SOB but gentle as a feather. One memory for many is of long haired, tattooed and pierced, Chuck, carrying around his newborn daughter, Cece, in her car seat. He was so gentle with her and the proudest papa. He loved every one of his five children and six stepchildren even though he didn’t see them often enough. Letters share his concern and commitment to each one of them. He was deeply proud of them. He prayed for them and had wanted to do so much more. Each of Chuck’s children dittoed the

sentiment. That they hope he knew they loved him back. Each child has expressed that they wish their dad could have been around longer. They were just starting to get to really know him. They miss him terribly and feel like they’ll have a hole of emptiness forever. There was still so much to be said and so much to do for each one of them individually. Now, choices must be made to move forward yet be present. No regrets. Perhaps Cece’s words express what most of us are feeling. She said, “Never in all my 17 years of living have I ever met a hustler like you. Proudly, you worked hard for everything you had and then some. However, you never let that harden you or turn you cold. I wish I could laugh my ass off with you one last time, the kind of laugh where your face turns bright red, and it fills the whole room. I think those are the moments I’ll miss the most. I love you Dad, so so much. Fly high.” Chuck was just in the process of pursuing a truck driving career with the help of his friend, Jeff and his brother-in-law. He always kept busy with tattooing and his refurbishing and reselling business. Mom says, “I won’t get any more kisses on top of my head. We’ll miss him so much.” She shared that she and Chuck planted most of the roses in her yard together, then went for a hamburger at Burger King. It was just the two of them and they talked, cried and hugged each other. Dad cherishes his last hug with Chuck as he was passing through Yakima and their visit in July. There was lots of laughter and good times. Rick says, “Brother was just a lot of fun and I’m thankful we only had one bad fight. LOL.” P e g g y hopes Chuck knows how much he was loved and

still is. And how much he will be missed. Chuck’s place in our family can never be filled. Chuck was a genuinely cheerful, friendly guy and that’s what he presented to the world. It’s true that you knew when Chuck was in the room and you were richer for it. Nancy is grateful for their love and silliness and values their experiences together. Some include their pirate wedding, his infinite kisses to her forehead, their spontaneous road trips, date nights, and winning at Blackjack. She says Chuck was her greatest love, closest friend, and the best part of her. She is grateful they loved life together. The sadness of this great loss is overwhelming to Nancy, his wife; Chuck’s children; Josh (grandson Ezekiel), Jake, Cece, Madison, and Macy; his stepchildren: Dakota, Ethan, Taylor, Kaili, Jordan, and Naia; his parents Jack Fordyce (Yakima, WA) and Charlene Swiger (Boise, ID); his siblings: Kelly Martindale (Frederick, CO), Rick Fordyce (St. Regis, MT), and Peggy Blewett (Priest River, ID); numerous nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins, and all those he called brother from another mother, plus too many friends and family to print. His Chihuahua, Trixie, feels his

absence also. Chuck thought he was a big dog guy, but little Trixie stole his heart. He is preceded in death by Uncle Rocky, our cousin Ryan, Chuck’s niece Alisha, his nephew Jason, Grandma Alt, his stepdad Roger, his stepmom Annette, and many other close family members. Chuck, do a big group hug with all our loved ones, please. Until heaven, we’ll have a huge hole in our hearts. Miss you little brother. To use Nancy’s words, “We love you, Chuck, forever plus a day.” The date for the Celebration of Life is yet to be determined but will be in Boise, Idaho at the Elks Lodge. Watch for notifications via phone, text and Facebook.

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