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What’s in a name can become sticky business. Just ask some other local companies. What started as a huge punch in the gut rapidly became a positive big hit when Sterling Coffee had to change their name. As any committed entrepreneur will do, Mike Walters rolled with the punches. Changing two little letters added a remarkable marketing opportunity. This coffee shop already served coffee cocktails but with the name change came a game changer. Their signature drink is called the Stirlini Martini. Awesome, right!?! You must come in and try out their variety of coffee cocktails and other beverages. Located at 8110 Colorado Blvd., in Firestone next to Safeway, Stirlini is the place to grab your morning cup of coffee on the go, meet your friends for a midmorning coffee break or interview a potential employee. Surviving the ups and downs of new business ownership, Mike

Walters has a fully staffed coffee shop with two general managers, Cindy and Ben. The rotating staff of six baristas are ready to brew, blend or mix you a Stirlini tasty pickme-up. Choose a smoothie, coffee cocktail, wine, Chi tea, coffee, or something else they’ve concocted. There are many goodies to choose from, including dog treats for your canine pal. Get your order to go or sit by the fire, outside, or along the tech bar. Wrapping your hands around a warmed mug helps as spring comes in like a lion. Tasty treats include scones, rolls, muffins, sandwiches, breads, burritos, and seasonal specialties. They also have gluten free options. All of these can be grab and go or warmed and served on a plate. You can also purchase their twelve-ounce bags of locally roasted coffee in light, medium, or dark roasts. Fridays get $2 off bagged coffee. Stirlini’s sells Nitro Cold Brew on tap and canned in-house. “We’re also canning a vanilla cold brew and a mocha

cold brew,” Mike says. “Additionally, we’ve started bottling our house-made syrups, including our vanilla, hazelnut, maple cinnamon, and cinnamon roll syrups.” Other popular sellers are the Mocha Martini, Vanilla Vodka Chai, spiked cold brew, and their seasonal cherry blossom cocktail (includes their house-made cherry and chocolate syrups). “The spiked chai has been our most popular Stirlini Martini and is made with Denver-based Sanctuary Chai’s Honey Vanilla Chai.” Purchase any of these and enjoy at home. Don’t forget cups, mugs, glasses, and other Stirlini merch. First responders and veterans show your I.D. to receive a 10% discount on your purchases. Fridays, students and teachers get 5% off purchase with I.D. On-line ordering is also available. Stirlini Coffee Company is sure to be your happy place for special times and treats for family fun, date night or other gatherings. All enjoyed around delicious

drinks like a spiked smoothie, peppermint mocha latte, cookies and cream frappes, salted Carmel Chai—are you thirsty yet? Watch for Trivia happening on Thursdays and get ready to mark your calendars for summer events. Summertime offers outdoor seating on the dog-friendly patio. Stirlini Coffee Company is definitely my happy place! For additional information contact Mike Walters @ mike@Stirlinicoffee. com or call him 303.997.4067 to schedule an event. Stirlini Coffee Company Hours: Monday, 7am-5pm; Tuesday, Closed; Wednesday-Friday 7am-5pm; Saturday 8am-8pm Sunday, 8am-5pm.

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Small Town Elections The 60-mile winds are blowing signs all around. Social media is blowing up with mudslinging and accusations. Postcards and ads are warring for attention. Must be election time again. Frederick elections are for trustee seats and Firestone’s is for mayor and trustee seats. Small town living can be incredible and yet, divisive. It’s too bad people fail to remember they are neighbors. They forget after the dust settles those memories are deep and last many months and years beyond the bad-mouthing. There’s never a tall enough fence after an election. I’ll be the first to admit that often I don’t like what has transpired in local government. There are some people I favor and others, quite the opposite. Even within committees, boards, and volunteer organizations, there can be division. It’s what’s done with the division that matters. When election time rolls around, educate yourself. Most definitely, vote! For the April 2022 local elections, the Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce hosted forums for each town’s candidates. They’ll do the same for the November elections in Dacono. My question is, “Did you go to the forum and meet the candidates first-hand and talk about your concerns?”

If you are a candidate, did you provide your platform and experiences for the voter to get to know you? Did you post these items on social media platforms and print them in the local papers? You don’t have to be flashy, just available. Sometimes, elected officials forget that they work for the citizens in their community. That carries a lot of responsibility—on both parts; the voter and the elected. The elected must take time to listen to the voter, before and after the election. The voter must know those listed on the ballot. A voter must know about all the candidates and sometimes it takes effort to get to know them. Not only must you know why you are voting for a person, but you must also know why you are not voting for the others on the ticket. Don’t base your vote on the squeakiest wheel. The truth lies somewhere between the loudest and the most silent. Like any good organization, voters should attend or watch online, the meetings of the Board of Trustees. Citizens should be involved in some way in their own communities. Volunteer with the art commission, or for an annual event, maybe sit in at a planning meeting, or even meet for coffee with a mayor or a police

chief. The Carbon Valley, Mead and Erie communities each offer many ways to stay engaged with your local government. There is only so much one person can do but every person can do one thing. Start with good conversation at a coffee shop or the sidewalk. Listen. Everyone has a perspective and hardly ever is one opinion 100% correct. There are facets to a subject. The truth is, there are two sides to every story. We all know that. Listen. Get your ballot out of the mailbox and carefully consider what oval(s) get your black sharpie. Listen. On April 5 as the results start flowing in, be a good winner and a good loser. Children are watching. You are a role model. Whether your candidates win or not, take the opportunity to wish each of them well. On April 6, remember what your mama taught you. “If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.” Strive to move forward. Embrace the results. Promise yourself and your community to step in and be part of positive change. Above all, if you don’t vote…don’t gripe. Good luck to those running and may God guide those who lead and those who follow.

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The American legion post 1985 in Firestone is hosting a fundraising golf tournament at Bella Rosa golf course to benefit the veterans assistance fund, which helps veterans in northern Colorado with bills, vehicle repairs, home upgrades such as widening doors or ramps to make them wheelchair accessible, it also helps them with rides to and from the VA in Denver and Cheyenne. The tournament is May 21st starting at 8am. It is a shotgun start best ball tournament. The cost to golf is $70. Per person or $240.00 for a team of 4. Anyone interested in sponsoring or golfing can contact the American legion in Firestone or myself to get the player/ sponsorship form

Considering a Move to a Senior Community? Your children have been long gone for years, and you’ve enjoyed the emptynester life for awhile now, but perhaps you are growing weary of the upkeep of your home, cooking and cleaning, and all of the tasks that frankly, you’re tired of. What are your options? Should you remain in your home, or consider a move to a senior community? What’s even available out there, and where do you start? Well, the first step is to take a good look at your current situation, and involve your family in an honest conversation about all that’s going well, and the reality of things you wish were different, or for which you could use a little extra help. Sometimes it’s as simple as tapping into available resources, and making a few small tweaks to things, that can allow people to thrive and fully enjoy their next season in their home. But what if you’d like to consider a move to a senior community? Is that the beginning of the end, or, could it be the beginning of the beginning? Again, it all starts with assessing your priorities. What are your current challenges? What’s on your wish list for ways that your life could be enriched, either by relinquishing tasks, getting a little extra help, or simply by “doing life” in community? The good news is that there are LOTS of options! Stay tuned over the next few months as we explore them all! (Lindsay Adams is a Senior Advisor with Assisted Living Locators of Northern Colorado. She provides a no-cost service to older adults and families in their search for Senior Living and Care. She can be reached at (303) 775-6312.

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Area Mayors’ Report—For those of us who do not attend meetings MEAD MAYOR, COLLEEN WHITLOW

 2022 Spring Clean Up Days have been scheduled for May 6 & 7 at Mead Ponds  The public hearing for Waterfront Preliminary Plat is scheduled to appear before the Planning Commission on April 20, 2022, at 6:00 p.m.  Responsible Growth: Access 25 Logistics Park, located in Mead near the intersection of I-25 and CR 34, will feature The

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 Happy April to you, Frederick. The love of my life was born in April, so I will celebrate him as well as my children’s almost favorite holiday, “Take our Daughters and Sons to work day,” on the 28th. Does anyone else feel like that is every day? #grateful  As we hop into Spring together, I would like first to take a moment to Thank Trustee Rusty Oneal for his four years of service to the Town of Frederick Board of Trustees. Rusty has

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been serving our community in many capacities for many years and owns and operates his local business, Rusty’s Rental. He is officially “retiring” from the BOT, though he has mentioned, “we won’t see the last of him.” He has undoubtedly been a pillar of process, detail, and respectful perspective. Serving with Rusty has made me a better leader, representative, and human being. Thank you for your service and dedication, Trustee Oneal.  Blessings and gratitude to Mayor Pro Tem Dan March and Trustee Windi Padia for currently serving on the Board and running for re-election on April 5. I hope to continue service with them for years to come, as they have been thoughtful, resilient, and steadfast in serving our community with love and light.  In other news, Frederick is preparing for our Spring Clean Up Days (the month of April). Frederick residents can pick up a landfill voucher at the Administrative Services Building (311 Fifth St.) starting Monday, March 28. The voucher is valid April 1 -30. One voucher per household. Please bring your ID and proof

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Deciding which Realtor to select to sell your home should be based on several factors, but one item should NOT be considered in your selection. Selecting an agent based on suggested listing price of the property is the most common mistake a homeowner makes when wanting to sell their property. The market, not the agent, determines the price a property will sell for. The only exception is if the agent is writing the check himself to buy your property. If that is the case, he or she shouldn’t be talking to you about representing your interests, because they have their own motivations. One of the best processes I have seen was with a property I sold for a family working with a relocation company. The relocation company would agree to buy out the property from the owner if they followed the company process. The requirement was to interview 2 or 3 brokers without any discussion of sales price. The Sellers then selected the broker they would use. After the decision was made, the listing price was determined by the Sellers with input from the relocation company. The Sellers got the person they felt could do the best job for them. A good agent is very valuable in helping you evaluate the market to determine the likely sales price of your property, but don’t select someone because they told you the highest price. A good selection factor though, is how complete is the agent’s market analysis? Did he evaluate comparable sold and available properties? Are the conclusions reasonable? How well does he know the market and what is it doing right now? Remember, you, as the Seller, have the final say as to what you want to ask for your property. There are several other factors to consider in your selection of a real estate broker when selling your property. Following are several more questions, you can use in the process: How long have you been in the real estate business? What is your educational background? What professional designations do you have? If you are newer in the business, what support structures do you have in place? Can you give me names of other Sellers you have worked with? Where is your office? What resources does your company offer? Is this a full or part time job for you? How long have you been with this company? Have you sold any homes in this neighborhood? Do you mostly work with Buyers or Sellers? How often and in what manner will you communicate with me? What happens if we have a problem between us? Will I be dealing with you or someone else in your office or team? What makes you different from other agents? How will you market my property (MLS, Internet, signs, brochures, etc.)? What is the timing of your marketing? What is your fee? What is your co-op fee with other brokers? What other costs will I have? Could you get any compensation or referral fees from anyone else in this transaction? How long of a listing contract do I have to sign? You still need to decide in your own mind, which factors are most important to your individual situation. If you are unsure as to who to use, interview more than one agent to make your decision. References are also important, both in deciding who to interview and in making your final selection.

Broe Real Estate Group (BREG) has announced active development of its fifth national industrial park, Access 25 Logistics Park, located near the intersection of I-25 and CR 34, in Mead. The 300-acre rail-served park, will be anchored by The Home Depot’s new 386,000 sq. ft. distribution center. The park features dual access rail service by The Broe Group’s rail affiliate, OmniTRAX, making it the closest and only dual rail-served park in the Denver Metro area. “We are delighted to welcome not only Home Depot, but Access 25 Logistics Park to our community,” stated Mayor Colleen Whitlow. “Mead is becoming an area that major companies are pursuing. Our ideal location continues to attract new projects and we anticipate a significant increase in commercial development over the next few years.” Access 25 Logistics Park provides multi-modal logistics efficiency from the park’s advantageous location and its optimized interstate and rail access. The park provides development capacity for three million square feet of light industrial warehousing. Access 25 Logistics Park takes its name from its enhanced access to the iconic interstate that connects Colorado’s dynamic urban corridor, Interstate 25. They also provide their tenants with the unique benefit of outdoor storage capacity. “Home Depot is the second major corporation in the past two years to select the strategic location of Mead,” said Town Join Us For Fitness Group Classes Manager Helen Migchelbrink. “They join Now, and Back In-Person Soon! FedEx regional distribution center as a Fitness Group Classes Offered: beacon to what our community has to •Interval/Strength Training offer. The Home Depot distribution center Classes on Mondays & Tuesdays is a perfect fit in terms of land use, and as at 8:30am & Wed. at 7pm Access 25 Logistics Park develops, there •CoreFirst Trainer Class will be a multitude of commercial growth Fridays at 8:30am that will benefit Mead.” See Website For Details,

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Elect Samantha Meiring for Firestone Mayor Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Samantha Meiring and I am running for Mayor of Firestone. I have been a resident of Firestone for 20 years and a Firestone Trustee for the past 8 years. I work from home as a Program Manager for an HIV/ AIDS education program through UC Denver College of Nursing. I live here with my husband and two daughters. Our family has seen the town grow and change dramatically in the past 20 years. When we moved to Firestone, there were a little over 4,000 residents. Now there are close to 19,000. We are one of the fastest growing towns in the country, and I have seen the new challenges that come with that growth. I was born in Cape Town, South Africa where I earned a post-graduate degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Stellenbosch. In 2000 I immigrated to the US and became a US citizen as soon as I could, because I care about my new home. I have always had a passion for service, and I was drawn to get more involved in issues that affect my community. Most important are the local decisions made by the town officials that impact our daily lives. For the past 8 years I have been privileged to serve as one of your Trustees. Firestone has grown from a small town where we just made things work in any way possible, to a much larger community where that fly-by-the-seat-of-yourpants approach is not sustainable. In the past few years we have dealt with significant growing pains including a high turnover of staff and town management, increased financial complexity, and the need to make decisions specifically with longer term sustainability at the forefront. I’m not going to say those changes were easy or even popular, but they were most assuredly necessary. We as the Board had to make some tough choices. A couple of years ago we had such a high number of open positions at the town that we quite literally were struggling to keep even the most essential services running. The northern front range area, and in particular Larimer and Weld counties are expected to more than double in population in the next 20 years. Whether we like it or not, growth is coming. The days of us being a small town are gone. As a Board, it is our job to plan for this growth. It will happen regardless, and we can either be ready for it, or we can fall behind our needed infrastructure and planning to deal with

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A reminder to VOTE ON APRIL 5 CV Half Marathon & 5K on May 7 Come celebrate the 10th annual Carbon Valley Half Marathon & 5K on May 7th! We would like to take this time to thank our presenting sponsor, the JoyforWard foundation and Ward Electric. JoyforWard is an amazing foundation which looks to provide assistance to non-profits and organizations in memory of Joyce Ward, the co-founder of Ward Electric. For more information on JoyforWard, visit www.

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Big O Tires Opens in Firestone, Colorado

Leeds West Groups (LWG) is proud to announce the grand opening of their new Big O Tires location in Firestone today. The event is set for 4:00 p.m. today at 8100 Colorado Blvd., Carbon Valley Chamber members, Firestone Mayor Bobbi Sindelar and leaders from the city, law enforcement and fire department will cut the ribbon to officially welcome Big O Tires to Firestone. “Firestone is a great community to live and work in,” said Derek Wessels, LWG president and chief operating officer. “This is the heart of growth in the area, and city leaders make it possible to bring our services here for the benefit of all. “We find that each Big O Tires location brings a peace of mind to the community. We rely on our cars and trucks so heavily that to have dependable services keeps everyone moving.” City leaders agree. “We welcome Big O Tires with open arms,” said Paula Mehle, Firestone’s economic development director. “Firestone is the ideal community in which to locate or expand your company. With a solid team of professionals, we offer a variety of economic development services tailored to help each business successfully establish itself and grow.” Grand opening guests can enjoy free food and grand opening deals, such as specials on oil changes and $100 off on a set of four Big O brand tires. “We will also honor our frontline workers on the police force and the fire department,” said Wessels. “We are all very indebted to them for the service they continue to provide to protect our community.” At the ribbon-cutting event, Wessels and team will make a check presentation to Firestone’s law enforcement and fire department, which they will direct to designated charities and causes in the community. “It’s a small way to say thank you to unsung heroes who work behind the scenes for us all,” Wessels said. Established in 1962, Big O Tires began when independent tire dealers formed a tirebuying cooperative to secure volume pricing and keep customers happy. Over the last 60 years, Big O Tires has become one of North America’s largest retail tire franchisors, with nearly 400 independently owned and operated locations in 19 states, providing customers with a wide range of diagnostic, repair and routine maintenance services, backed by one of the best national services warranties in the business. As Big O Tires continues to thrive in a neverchanging marketplace, it remains rooted in its humble beginnings as a proud collective of independent dealers committed to putting its customers first.

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The exterior of a home is the first thing a buyer sees and ultimately helps them decide if they want to see inside. It’s the first impression that sets the tone for the entire visit. What is Curb Appeal and why is it so critical to selling a home? Curb appeal is the external appearance of a home, comprised of landscaping, painting, staging and overall aesthetic. The exterior of a home speaks volumes to its interior in terms of maintenance and style. If the outside displays wear and tear, homebuyers may never open the front door to see if the inside is in good condition. Even if the kitchen has been renovated or the floors have been upgraded, an unattractive exterior will have certain buyers passing by the listing before peeking inside. Photos of the home appear in the MLS and on internet sites, and typically open with an exterior photo. The assessment of curb appeal begins long before buyers arrive on site for a showing. And beyond the buyer, an unkept exterior is likely to be considered by appraisers and inspectors during their visits, with their reports being a vital part of the transaction. Can curb appeal add to overall value? A recent study revealed that homes with an appealing exterior sell, on average, for 7% more than comparable homes with a rundown appearance. Buyers are more likely to write a higher offer when the entirety of the property feels well cared for. Each small detail that impresses buyers will count toward their overall impression of the home’s worth. Revamping the front yard and exterior also increases the value of the neighborhood and surrounding area. You now understand the importance of curb appeal but where do you start? The most important aspect of curb appeal is to ensure the exterior is cleaned up even before sinking money into improvements. This is as simple as mowing the lawn, trimming shrubbery, pulling weeds and eliminating miscellaneous items or garbage. Creating inviting ambiance goes beyond Cindy yard care. Consider adding a number of Campbell inexpensive finishing touches, like potted plants or flowers, a new welcome mat, new light fixtures or patio furniture staged on the front porch. And don’t forget a fresh coat 512 4th Ave. Longmont CO 80501 303-651-3939 of paint on the front door. Though minor, these accents can help a prospective buyer Tri-town resident for 23 years envision coming home to the space. 15 Years Licensed Agent Cindy Campbell with RE/MAX Alliance has been a REALTOR ® in the Tri-town area 303-881-7413 for 15 years and a tri-town resident for 25 years. She can be reached at 303-881-7413 or Cindy@ColoradoWelcomeHome.com Cindy@ColoradoWelcomeHome.com. Each office independently owned and operated

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Frederick Calendar Call for Photos Hey, shutterbugs! It’s not too early to start submitting your Frederick photos to the 2023 Built On What Matters Calendar photo contest. We want to highlight your photos that represent our hometown in a full-sized, 12-month calendar that will be sent to Frederick residents and businesses. The 2023 calendar will have the theme of Frederick’s values: Family, Respect, Empowered, and Dedicated. Review the contest rules and start submitting your FRED pictures. Deadline Oct. 2, 2022. https://frederickco.gov/

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Frederick Clean Up Days April 1 - 30 Clean out that closet or junk room and take advantage of our community programs for Spring Clean Up Days in April. We have many options to help with clean-up efforts: a free landfill voucher, help for seniors, electronic recycling, and tree limb disposal. Clean Up Days programs are for Town of Frederick residents only with an active utility account that includes trash services. Be sure to check out all of the details on how to get a landfill voucher, item limits, and dates and hours for each program on our website!

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Firestone Clean Up Days  Weekend #1: Friday, April 29 & Saturday, April 30 | 7 AM - 1 PM  Weekend #2: Friday, May 6 & Saturday, May 7 | 7 AM - 1 PM Public Works: 7500 Pine Cone Avenue To ensure the Town is able to accommodate everyone, ease traffic congestion, and improve the resident experience, Clean-Up Day is split over 2 weekends based on your neighborhood.

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2022 EASTER EGG HUNT Carbon Valley Park & Rec District Saturday, April 16 ▪ 1:00 to 2:30 pm at Hart Park, Firestone* Grant and 4th, 4 blocks East of Safeway

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2Become a Volunteer Storyteller! Do you know there are a group of volunteers with the St. Vrain Valley Storytellers who share the rich oral tradition of stories that teach and enchant? These volunteers tell (rather than read) stories to students in grades K-5 in the St. Vrain Valley School District. Working with teachers, our storytellers enhance literacy, stimulate imagination, and broaden multicultural understanding. As a member of St. Vrain Valley Storytellers (SVVS) you will:  Share stories in classrooms on a regular and convenient schedule;  Become a “superstar” to an enthusiastic group of young listeners;  Have more fun than you can imagine;  Meet other talented and interesting people;  Enjoy nine membership meetings a year either in-person or on-line;  Receive ongoing support during and after training. Now is your chance to join and enrich your life. Our next training classes are scheduled for April 5, April 8, April 11, and April 14. During these classes you will learn about storytelling in general and SVVS in particular. For details on this training opportunity, contact Marianne Balin (mbalinhome@gmail.com) St. Vrain Valley Storytellers is a local 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to the education and joy of elementary students through the art of storytelling. We like to say that stories told to children last forever. Please join us. It’s a wonderful experience. Peg Brown, President | St. Vrain Valley Storytellers 1053 Champion Circle | Longmont, CO 80503 | 303 845-0722

We can’t wait to celebrate Easter with you on Sunday, April 17 at 9 or 11 AM MT, in person or online at www.lbcc.org!

Grace Church Easter Service Sunday, April 17, 8:30 – 9:45am Grace Community Church at 2033 West South 1st Street in Johnstown. Egg Hunt on April 15, 10 to Noon. More info at admin@graceconnect.com or 970.587.9599.

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Health&WELL BEING Food for the Soul: Who Moved the Stone? by Jim Coleman

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Another Easter Sunday rolls around this month, and the candy stores and grocery egg departments are again ready to sell a lot of merchandise as our nation celebrates kids and rabbits, and of course lots of family dinners. But is there not a bigger celebration that all should be rejoicing in? There is, and at our church we call it Resurrection Sunday. You see, a long time ago, in a country far away, a young man was murdered though he had done no wrong. He was a victim of religion gone mad and a became a sacrifice to appease certain religious leaders in Jerusalem. Some called Him a prophet, others called Him a fool. He was known to many as a carpenter’s son, but they didn’t know the whole story of His birth. He had for three years attracted large crowds to hear Him speak, and most said He spoke like none they had ever heard. It was also reported that He did attesting miracles of healing and casting out demons. A couple times He was said to feed large crowds with a few fish and loaves. Who was this young man? His name was Jesus. And the best part of His story began on Passover when He was nailed to a Roman cross with a sign over His head that read THIS IS JESUS THE KING OF THE JEWS. He died on that hill outside of Jerusalem with many onlookers. Some came to mock and others to mourn, and those who heard His final words “It is finished!” perhaps thought He was just saying “It’s all over for

Me now.” But there was a far deeper meaning; one that has changed tens of thousands of lives since that day. Friends came to bury Him in a borrowed tomb owned by a rich man named Joseph, who had become one of His followers. The tomb was sealed with a large heavy stone. The next day some of the religious leaders who had wanted Him dead appealed to Pontius Pilate the governor, saying, “Sir, we remember that when He was still alive that deceiver said, ‘After three days I am to rise again.’ Therefore, give orders for the grave to be made secure until the third day, lest the disciples come and steal Him away and say to the people, ‘He has risen from the dead,’ and the last deception will be worse than the first.” Pilate gave permission, and they went and made the grave secure, and along with the guard they set a seal on the stone. Since it was the seal of the governor, anyone tampering with that stone could be imprisoned or sentenced to death. A group of well-trained Roman guards watching a dead man’s grave and the government’s seal as further security- what could possibly go wrong? On the first day of the week some of Jesus’ followers came to look at the grave, and that big heavy stone had been moved far away with an angel sitting on it! The angel’s appearance was so unnerving that those tough Roman guards fainted with fear. Then the angel spoke to the two women who had come, “I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said. Come, see the

place where He was lying. And go quickly and tell His disciples that He has risen from the dead; and behold, He is going before you into Galilee, there you will see Him; behold, I have told you.” Our challenge today is to figure out who indeed moved the stone? Was it the disciples? No, for they were cowering back in Jerusalem fretting over losing their Master. Was it some grave robbers looking for treasure? No, for the Roman guard was there to prevent anyone entrance. Then who? Scripture records it was one of God’s own big tough angels who tossed the stone aside and sat upon it. His appearance was like lightning, and his garments as white as snow. Angels are agents of Almighty God and a force to be reckoned with, so no surprise that the guards shook with fear. But why would God want a dead man revived? Because THIS ‘dead man’ was the Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of Man, God’s only begotten Son, who came to earth for one purpose, to be our Redeemer. What we call ‘Easter’ Sunday is meant to be a celebration of His resurrection, because He truly WAS and IS God. And He died for our sins so we can be assured of Heaven when our time comes to leave earth. Some people believe in Santa Claus; others in the Tooth Fairy; and some think that rabbits lay eggs! Silly folks one and all. And some of these very people think that Jesus’ resurrection is a myth. But it is NOT. On what authority do I offer proof? Perhaps we should say, on whose authority? The authority of God Himself, who chose to

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Qualified Listeners Save The Date!

Qualified Listeners, a Colorado-based Veteran & Family Resource Hub, will be hosting their 3rd Annual “Vet Connect” Regional Event on Saturday, May 14, 2022, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Embassy Suites in Loveland. This free opportunity is for Veterans to connect with other Veterans for camaraderie and fellowship. It’s also a chance for Veterans to learn what VA or non-VA resources are available to them. Family members and active military are encouraged to attend. Watch for more details, you won’t want to miss this!

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Qualified Listeners, a Colorado-based Veteran & Family Resource Hub, is looking for additional volunteers to transport Veterans to medical appointments, VA meetings, or other necessary errands. Qualified Listeners is also asking for volunteers with a pickup truck to assist in moving mobility devices, furniture, and other larger items to Veterans in need. This would be scheduled on an as-needed basis and mileage would be reimbursed. Your availability, your schedule, your territory, your way to give back. If you have some extra time to have a huge impact in helping Veterans, we would like to talk to you. Please call 720-600-0860 or email Resource@QualiﬁedListeners.org. You can also visit our website at

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Qualified Listeners has partnered with ARC Thrift Stores to provide vouchers for Veterans to any ARC Thrift Store in Colorado. The vouchers allow Veterans to purchase clothing for job interviews, work, weddings, etc. This program is especially appropriate for recently discharged Veterans transitioning back into civilian life on a tight budget. If clothing isn’t needed the voucher can be used for other items in the store. The process is simple, just email your DD-214 to Resource@qualiﬁedlisteners.org and include your name, phone number and mailing address. We’ll mail you a voucher. For more information call 720-600-0860 or email Resource@QualiﬁedListeners.org

FREE Classes at the Carbon Valley Library What Does It Mean To Be Healthy 4/18 We typically think being healthy means eating right and exercising but being healthy really goes way beyond that. So, what does health really mean? We’ll explore what health means and give some tips to get you started. This is Part 1 of a 3 part series.

What Should I Eat To Be Healthy 5/16 Are you confused with the barrage of information out there regarding foods that you should eat? Should I follow a specific “diet plan” or not? Learn about food and what is an overall good plan. This is part 2 of a 3 part series.

give us a Book that is historically accurate and verifiably true. And in this Book is the claim that when we trust in Jesus to save us from our sins He will do so and change o u r lives. My evidence? I did that very thing 52 years ago and saw my life transformed for the better. I am a walking advertisement for the Christian faith based on over half a century of experience. I have never known a day of disappointment in my Lord, nor have I found any of those so-called contradictions in the Bible some of my philosophy professors claimed were there. Based on my personal experience and the authority of the Word of God, I invite you too to yield your life to Jesus and join the thousands around the world who have experienced the joy of forgiveness and new life as I have. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. Don’t put it off, the ground is shaking pretty hard world-wide right now, so secure your place in eternity while you still have breath. You won’t regret it. Jim pastors at Abundant Life Church, 4380 Highway 66, just 3/10 mile east of I25 on the south side. We meet on Sundays at 10:00 am, and you are invited to come and hear what Scripture teaches about our crucified Lord. Check out our website at www.

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Three reasons to Not Avoid Symptoms I never understood when I heard someone say, “I was fine until I went to see the doctor and then I was told I was very sick!” I always thought, “How could that be?” Now that I understand health, habits, and human behavior a bit more, I totally get it. Sadly, most of us have little nagging symptoms that we either disregard, ignore, or simply think will go away. This can go on for months, years and even decades! We may, or may not go to the doctor because we think it’s no big deal. We say to ourself that we don’t want to be a hypochondriac by going to the doctor every single time you feel somethings not right. Or maybe worse yet, you do go to the doctor and they say, “you’re fine”. But if you wait too long to seek help, the illness can be so far advanced it’s not reversible anymore. Be an advocate for your health! Here are three reasons to not ignore those symptoms: First, it’s always much easier to correct or reverse the problem in the early stages. Let’s say you are diagnosed with pre-diabetes. The root cause is likely reversible through diet and movement. You can nip the progression from Pre-diabetes to Type 2 diabetes in the bud before it’s had the chance to really create roots. Secondly, when the symptom is more severe or starts to compound into other noticeable problems that generally means that the root cause is getting bigger or more systemic. So now you are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure and the doctor wants to put you on medication. This simply means that it will be harder for you to course correct or to reverse the symptoms. Now it will require more significant changes and more work, dedication and consistency to resolve the problem. And lastly, you know that snowball effect. What was once little and a hardly moving snowball is building speed and growing rapidly. The root cause has now rooted itself in your body and has most likely caused other root causes to grow as well. Sadly, you are now dealing not only with Type 2 diabetes but most likely neuropathy, eye disease and other problems. Now, it’s going to take more drastic changes and you will have to be really diligent about sticking to a plan. I’m not being Ms. Doomsday here. I’m actually an optimist as I know disease can be reversed or prevented through lifestyle changes. So, the sooner you catch any symptoms, the easier it is to correct. Ask a lot of questions of your doctor and if you aren’t happy with what you are hearing, go to another doctor. Or seek a health alternative like a Nutritionist or Health Coach to change your lifestyle, eating and exercise habits. Regardless, get that nagging little issue looked at and take a hard look at your lifestyle. Lida Johnson, Health Coach at Head-to-Toe Coaching www. HeadToToeCoaching.com or Lida@HeadToToeCoaching. com 203.260.2880.

Three Things You Can Do To Improve Your Health 6/13 Eating right for health is a very complex topic and each person is unique. But what are the three top things you can do to create awareness and improve your health? This is part 3 of a 3 part series but each can be taken separately.

Triathlon 101: Training to Race Day 5/3 Always wanted to do a triathlon but didn’t know where to start. I’ll break down the types of races, equipment needed, general training guidelines and even cover a bit about the transitions. For more information contact Lida Johnson, Your Health & Wellness Coach - Be Your Best Self! at 203.260.2880 or www.HeadToToeCoaching.com

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Health&WELL BEING Gastrointestinal Manifestations in COVID-19 The area of covid-19 gastrointestinal disturbances have not been adequately published. To read the details, I’ve included four research articles from NIH at the end of this article. I am posting this information because there are varied symptoms and residual effects of the virus. Although I’ve seen “flare-ups” and residual effects of other viruses such as from the West Nile virus, malaria, and herpes, both the symptoms and the residual effects of covid19 appear to be much more varied. And similar to HIV and AIDS, the virus can cause other (seemingly) unrelated health concerns. For example, after experiencing an illness in February of 2020 (and after an unknown number of times exposed to covid19 pre-masking) I did not think the illness I experienced was covid19. As I look back and catalog the long list of health problems since then, I know that it was covid19. Being a health care provider, I’ve also heard symptoms and residual effects from clients, friends, and family members’ (and their close friends and family). Some of the residual effects are still affecting people to this day. Humor helps me get by, and I have come to accept that this is the everything bagel of viruses. The following is a list of the health concerns that I experienced months after the illness was over (not during). The blurry vision in the left eye was not noticed for 6 months, probably because the right eye distance vision is perfect. I’m listing these to be helpful to those who experience strange residual effects that do not match what is published in the newspaper or on television. The only information about covid19 related eye disorders came from a webinar I listened to in the spring of 2020, a doctor of optometry and an acupuncturist in Italy. The blurry vision did not become obvious for me until September. • high white blood cell count for more than one year • dangerously high estrogen – estrogen increases when white blood cells increase to fight pathogens and these increases assist in making people feel tired during illness • normal-slightly high red blood cell count for more than one year • diminished vision in one eye • piercing eye pain • tinnitus (almost constant ear ringing) • muscle weakness and fatigue • sudden tiredness • sudden exhaustion • constant joint pain on joints that have never bothered me before • achy, “run down” – as if I’m getting sick but then it goes away without illness • diarrhea • nausea • dizziness All of the above improved with Chinese herbs and herbal formulations except for the diminished vision in the left eye, joint pain in the elbows and sometimes feeling run down/ feels like getting sick but do not. Tinnitus is less loud and less constant, but still present. However, it took one year to figure it out and begin proper treatment. The sudden and almost daily exhaustion seems to be finished, but I hear about other people who still experience exhaustion and fatigue more than one or two years later. My other reason for including these links is so that people will know that there are gastrointestinal problems that come up. These are quite serious and the virus is detected much longer in stool than it is in the sinuses and respiratory system. April 2020 : https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7172493/ May 2020 : https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7273952/ June 2020 : https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7288771/ March 2021 : https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7989191/ Excerpts copied and pasted from March 2021 research : Of 42 COVID-19 patients, 66.7% had SARS-CoV-2 RNA in their faeces but only 19% had GI symptoms. However, patients presenting with digestive symptoms are more likely to be faecal viral RNA positive than those with respiratory symptoms (73.3% vs 14.3%). Patients with digestive symptoms also take longer to clear the virus from their stools.15Zhang et al.80found a higher positivity rate of the virus in faeces compared with respiratory samples (83% vs 67%). The virus was present in the stools for a longer period compared with upper respiratory specimens (22 vs 14 d).61Chen et al.67found faecal shedding to occur for 6–10 d after pharyngeal swabs became negative and a similar pattern was seen among children.51The presence of faecal viral RNA does not correlate with disease severity.67The longer positivity of viral RNA in the stools of patients with digestive symptoms compared with those with only respiratory symptoms may be due to the high viral load in such patients. The loss of gut mucosal integrity and dysfunction of intestinal flora are important complications in severe viral illnesses, including COVID-19. The use of probiotics has been suggested to improve GI symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection.101Irrational use of broadspectrum antibiotics should be avoided, as they cause the loss of commensal intestinal flora and alteration of gut mucosal integrity. COVID-19 treatment guidelines in China have included the use of probiotics and micro-ecological regulators for maintaining gut mucosal integrity and to minimize secondary bacterial infections.102 The use of PPIs are a risk factor for rotavirus, influenza virus, norovirus and MERS viral infections.135Individuals using PPIs once or twice daily had significantly higher odds of a positive COVID-19 test compared with those not taking it.136A larger study done by Lee et al.137in 14 163 current and 6242 past PPI users with COVID-19 found SARS-CoV-2 test positivity was not associated with current or past use of PPIs. However, current use of PPIs conferred a 79% higher risk of severe clinical outcomes following SARS-CoV-2 infection. In contrast, Tastemur and Ataseven138hypothesised that PPI may be used for treatment and prophylaxis of COVID-19, owing to their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunomodulatory and antifibrotic properties. Daisy Lear, MSOM, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., practices Chinese medicine & acupuncture at 19411 Ute Hwy | Longmont, CO 80503. Her phone number is 303.587.3557, her email is daisylear@gmail.com or visit website at daisylear.com. She is a Healthcare Provider for CIGNA and Aetna. She is the Director of Acupuncture for Veterans and their Families also and you can learn more at www.daisylear.com.

Spring At 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

Challenge Winner & Fitness Group Classes Time For Change Personal Training and Fitness Group started a 10 Week Healthy Weight Loss Challenge in January to help us improve our overall health by being more active, gaining lean muscle, and improving nutrition. I’m so proud of all the ladies that participated and worked hard on improving their health and making lifestyle changes that they’ll carry on beyond the challenge. Congratulations to Susan Ihns, winner of the 10 Week Healthy Weight Loss Challenge! She had a 7.38% loss, is down 13.6lbs, and earned the $200 cash and prize for having the highest percentage of weight loss. Susan said, “ Thanks for doing this, Tracy! I have been trying to get rid of my “Covid 20” for a long time. This Challenge gave me the motivation I needed to try again. Your advice and support is invaluable”. Susan did this by attending my Fitness Group Classes 3-4 times per week, following her nutrition plan, and walking. Katherin E. came in second

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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

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Nearby Tornado Reminds Residents to Be Prepared The tornado that touched down close to Carbon Valley, spring of 2021, served as a reminder for residents that they could be affected by severe weather and other emergencies. For many, the tornado raised questions about how we receive and understand emergency information, and what actions we should take when we are potentially in the path of the threat. Staying informed, understanding tornado terminology, knowing what actions to take to protect yourself and your family, and preparing ahead of time can reduce fear and enhance individual self-reliance in an emergency. When we prepare together, our community becomes more resilient. WHAT DO TORNADO WATCHES AND WARNINGS MEAN, AND WHY DIDN’T WE GET A WATCH BEFORE THE WARNING? A tornado watch is issued when a tornado is possible, usually for a large area. A tornado warning is issued when a tornado has been sighted or is indicated on weather radar. A warning is usually for a much smaller area. Because a tornado may already be on the ground when a warning is issued, you may see it before or soon after you receive the warning. A watch is not always issued before a warning. The landspout type of tornado, as we experienced, forms from rotation on the ground and gets sucked up into the clouds, so may not be visible on radar. Landspouts are short-lived, rarely reaching more than 100 mph, and are usually weaker than supercell tornados that form in the clouds, and then move down to the ground. A tornado warning can occur without a tornado watch being already in effect, especially between April and September in Colorado, when severe weather events can occur with little or no notice. WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I RECEIVE A TORNADO WARNING? The best thing you can do is be prepared by planning where you will go if there is a tornado in your area. Practice thinking about this when you are at home, in your car, at work, and out in the community. The lowest floor in a sturdy building away from windows is the safest place – a basement or crawl space is best. If you do not have a below-ground floor, an interior bathroom or closet is a good alternative. If you are in a mobile home, vehicle, or outdoors, go to the closest sturdy building or low-lying area and protect yourself from debris. Practice going to your safe areas with your family, including your pets. Be sure to have some basic supplies in your safe place, such as a flashlight, water, and snacks. You may be able to see the tornado clearly, even from miles away. It is tempting to go outside and get great footage or pictures of the tornado. Use caution and be ready to move quickly to safety if you just cannot resist. WHAT IF I DIDN’T RECEIVE A TORNADO WARNING? Be sure you are opted in to receive CodeRED emergency alerts at weld911alert.com. If you created a managed account when you signed up, you can log in to your account and check your preferences. If you did not create a managed account, you can call (866) 939-0911 to make changes. If you are signing up for the first time, it is a good idea to create a managed account so that you can make changes as needed. Another possible reason for not receiving a warning is that you were outside the warning area. People in many places, like Greeley, Brighton, and Longmont, saw the tornado quite clearly, but were not included in the warning. HOW DO I RECEIVE ALERTS AND WARNINGS FOR SEVERE WEATHER AND OTHER EMERGENCIES? There are many ways to receive information about emergencies that may affect you. You should have at least two sources for

THE MULLIGAN: Golf, God, and Grace By Movieguide® Staff

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severe weather alerts and emergency notifications. Understanding more about the benefits and limitations of each can help you decide which systems are right for you. Here are a few recommendations to alert you and your family. Weld County Emergency Alert and Warning Notification System Opt into Weld County’s emergency alert and notification system at weld911alert.com. Weld County utilizes CodeRED™ to notify the public about public safety concerns, such as active law enforcement situations or hazardous materials threats. These messages are initiated by local law enforcement or fire and rescue personnel, and often include direction about specific actions the public should take. CodeRED notifications target a specific area and include all landline phones and registered cell phones associated with addresses in that area. The CodeRED software automatically sends weather alerts when they are issued by the National Weather Service. These are not initiated by local officials. When you sign up for emergency alerts, you have a choice to sign up for weather alerts, and we highly recommend you check those boxes. Wireless Emergency Alerts Most cell phones today can receive Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs). These alerts are received from cell phone towers in a specified area, and can be sent by local public safety officials, the National Weather Service, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, or the President of the United States. Check with your wireless provider to ensure your phone can receive WEAs. Your device’s default setting is to receive these alerts. Although you may be able to turn off all notifications except those issued by the President, we recommend leaving these settings as they are configured when you first set up your phone. One advantage of WEAs is that you will receive notifications even when you are on vacation or in an unfamiliar area. WEAs alert you with a unique sound and vibration that is also designed to be helpful to people with visual or hearing disabilities. WEAs are not affected when the cell phone network is busy. Emergency Alert System and News and Weather Applications The system that is used to send WEAs also sends Emergency Alert System messages over radio and television broadcasts, weather radios, and various news and weather applications you can download to your devices. When you receive an Emergency Alert System or App message, tune in to local news outlets for more information.

NOAA Weather Radio A NOAA weather radio is one of the best ways to receive weather information at home or when traveling or outdoors. Look for one with Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) technology so you can program it to notify you in the specific areas you choose. Most home weather radios plug in to a regular electrical outlet. Look for one that has a battery backup in case the power goes out. For outdoors or travel, there are battery-only, solar-powered and hand-crank models. A weather radio can also be used by local authorities to broadcast non-weather-related emergency message to the public. What about tornado sirens? Tornado sirens have always been an outdoor warning system for people working in rural communities or enjoying recreational activities outdoors. Because they must be initiated by people who receive the warnings at the same time as the public, they are often sounded too late, and are therefore often ineffective. Sirens are costly to install, maintain, and connect with public safety technology. Many Colorado communities that were once more rural but have experienced major population growth in recent years have moved away from sirens in favor of other more reliable and affordable warning systems. Emergency personnel receive the same warning you do from you cell phone, weather app or weather radio. Whatever your experience was with the “close call” landspout tornado, the Carbon Valley Emergency Management Agency wants to encourage you to be prepared when the next disaster happens. You can find emergency preparedness information, link directly to the sign-up page for emergency alerts, request disaster preparedness presentations for your group, or find help with emergency and business continuity planning on our website at carbonvalleyema.org.

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Wally Armstrong. Movieguide® previously reported: The movie, starring former Movieguide® Awards host and iconic singer and actor Pat Boone, is set to release in select theaters nationwide as a two-day event on April 18 and 19. The movie follows Paul McAlister (Eric Close), a businessman who puts his career ahead of everything else in his life—including his family. With the help of a new friend known as “the Old Pro” (Pat Boone), Paul learns how to prioritize what truly matters in life. Close, who plays McAlister, noted that THE MULLIGAN is not only about golf but about faith, forgiveness, and family. “One of the things that’s really cool about the game of golf, unlike any other sport, is it really resembles or reflects life in many, many ways,” Close told Movieguide®. “Sometimes you’re doing the right thing and bad things happen, sometimes you’re not doing the right thing and things can kind of work out. Scripture talks about it where you see people that don’t want to have anything to do with God and yet their life seems to be kinda blessed, right? But the interesting thing about this movie is

the term ‘The Mulligan.’ “The concept is that when you’re out playing in a tournament, you have to play by the rules,” he continued. “It’s a game of honesty, integrity…. [but] ‘The Mulligan’ is a term that came up where if you’re out playing a friendly game with your buddies and you go to the first tee and everybody tees off, a lot of times you hit a kind of a lousy shot. And just out of a friendly game of golf or extending some grace you say, ‘Hey, take a Mulligan.’ Meaning, take a do-over. “So Ken and Wally took this concept and related it to life in the sense that in life there are rules and their consequences for our actions, but with God in the equation, God is a God of forgiveness and mercy and grace and he gives us second chances time and time again,” he continued. “While there are consequences for our actions in life, [in] our relationship with God, he gives us a second chance because he wants to be in a relationship with us.” McAlister struggles to balance supporting his family financially and his role as a father and husband, but his perspective changes when he understands the theme of grace, Close said. “Sometimes people feel like, ‘Well, I really blew it. Why would God want to have

anything to do with me?’ And that’s the last thing God wants you to think,” he said. “He wants you to come back. It’s like the prodigal son, where his father welcomed him with open arms, even though he had gone and made a mess in his life. It sort of parallels The Mulligan, where God gives us a Mulligan. In the story, there’s characters in this film who get to experience that grace, that mercy, that forgiveness, and receive a second chance.” Close knew Armstrong before THE MULLIGAN started production through his love for golf. However, Close said that what was most evident on set, was Armstrong and Boone’s faith. “He’s a wonderful man,” Close said of Boone. “He’s very authentic and transparent and real. He loves Jesus and he’s just just a wonderful human being and we became instant brothers the minute we met on the movie.” “We would rehearse together and just pray together, and we just became great friends,” he added. “We actually got to go out and play some golf together on our days off and I’m grateful that I got a chance to work with him.” More info at www.movieguide.org

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in 2017, the festival annually drew more than a thousand attendees to the grounds of host St. Brigit Episcopal Church. Back now, bigger and better than ever after a two-year hibernation, the 2022 version will feature Colorado’s well-known RenScots [http://www. renscots.org/], along with music on the main stage by Denver-based Angus Mohr [http:// www.angusmohr.com/] and Gadbaw & Krimmel [https://whitebirdsmusic.bandcamp. com/]. Visitors can quench their thirst with a visit to The Oak and Cloak Pub and enjoy St. Brigit’s famous Bath Water Beer, brewed by Longmont brewery Grossen Bart [http:// www.grossenbart.com/]. David and Shelly Arnold, 2022 event coordinators, extend an invitation to the community: ”If you’ve been missing community and family-friendly fun, don’t miss the return of Celtic Fest. You can discover your clan, dance to great music, thrill to the skirl of the bagpipes and drums, meet new friends around the bonfire, and reconnect with the friends you’ve been missing. You’ll need two days to enjoy it all.” Vendors offering food and craft items will take over the 7.5-acre grounds, along with Celtic contests and heritage crafts. Organizers are enrolling sponsors for festival events including whisky tasting, a parade, kirkin’ o’ the tartans, and a ceremony honoring first responders and military personnel. Volunteers from the community and sponsoring businesses are also needed. Admission to the festival ranges from $5.00 for a one-day child’s ticket (under 5 years, free) to $25 for a two-day adult pass. All proceeds will help feed the hungry in Carbon Valley. St. Brigit Episcopal Church hosts the annual Celtic Fest in Frederick, CO on its grounds at 110 Johnson St. Event specifics: • Festival Hours 11 AM to 7 PM Saturday Sept. 24; 11 AM to 4 PM Sunday Sept. 25. All are welcome to attend Worship in the Glen, 9:30 AM on Sunday (no admission fee) • Festival Tickets: Adults (12 and up) – One-day $15.00; Two-day $25.00 Children (6-11) – One-day $5.00; Two-day $7.50 Children under 5 - free Seniors (65+) - One-day $10.00; Two-day $17.50 For more information, contact David Arnold, info@CelticFestBrigit.org; cell: 303815-8116.

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Celia V. Rangel, age 95, of Denver, Colorado, had a peaceful passing on Friday, March 4, 2022 at the home of her eldest son, Charles (Carlos) and his wife, Josie Rangel. Her second eldest son, George (Jorge) and his wife, Clara Rangel, were also present. Her close family and grandchildren kept a lengthy vigil during her passing. Lawrence Rangel, her husband of over 52 years, preceded her in death on March 23, 2000. Celia was born May 26, 1926 in Cheraw, Colorado to Abundio Vasquez and Faustina Perez. She was the third youngest in a family of twelve, all born and raised in Cheraw. She had a love of music and played the piano for several years during her youth. She graduated with honors from Cheraw High School in 1944. She was awarded a scholarship to Barnes Business College in Denver, earning an Associate’s Degree. She became one of the first Hispanic female accounting supervisors while working at the May D&F Department Store. In 1948 while attending a dance, she met and later married Lawrence B. Rangel, a career Air Force NCO. Together, they were blessed with three sons, Charles, George, and Martin. During Lawrence’s 25-year Air Force career, Celia and her family spent a great deal of time traveling around the world, living in Japan, France, and Spain. Celia continued her career, working part-time as an accountant/bookkeeper for the USAF. She loved to participate and win tournament awards in bowling, bridge and pinnacle. Her hobbies were music, dancing, ceramics, embroidery and traveling. She was an avid reader of Danielle Steele romance novels, watched Western movies and tennis. She liked tennis because it reminded her of her brother David, who excelled in tennis. She gifted all of her beautiful tablecloth embroideries to family. One beautiful tablecloth was gifted to Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in La Junta, where it is used to cover the mass altar. She and Lawrence spent many enjoyable years traveling to Mexico visiting and helping relatives, dancing on weekends, and involvement in various political activities. Just prior to her illness, she continued to travel often with her family to Las Vegas, Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe. During her three year debilitating illness, she spent as much time as she could walking outdoors for exercise, embroidering and reading. Her determination to get well, even after becoming wheelchair bound, was amazing, inspirational and showed the depth of her character. While she and Lawrence resided in La Junta, Colorado for several years, she was involved as a member of the Altar Society at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish. She also gave generously to the Paralyzed Veterans of America and to St. Jude’s Hospital. Celia is survived by two sisters, Hortencia V. Rodriguez (Ordway, Colorado), Enriqueta Vasquez (San Cristobal, New Mexico), her brother Juan Vasquez (Lakewood, Colorado), sons Charles (Josie), George (Clara), Martin (Joyce), grandchildren Michael, Veronica, Jorge, Cecilia, Lawrence, Rebecca, Thomas and numerous great-grandchildren. She will be remembered by her family and friends for her quiet demeanor, fun-loving spirit, determination and her beautiful smile.

Carmine DeSantis passed peacefully at his home in Frederick on February 24, 2022, with his wife Anna by his side, just a week short of his 94th birthday. Carmine was born March 4, 1928 in Cansano Italy to Maria Donata Morelli and Salvatore DeSantis. He immigrated to Ellis Island with his sister and mother in 1936 as a naturalized American citizen, and the family settled in Colorado where Salvatore mined coal. Carmine attended Frederick schools, and earned his teaching certification and master’s in education from Colorado Teachers College, which is now the University of Northern Colorado. He served in the U.S. Army and met Anna while on furlough in Cansano in 1950. The two married in 1952, and lived in Greeley for a time before moving to Frederick. A dedicated civil servant, Carmine served on the Frederick Town Board for 42 years, and was also a volunteer firefighter. He established Miner’s Memorial Day, an annual celebration honoring miners who worked in coal mines in Frederick, Firestone, and Dacono. Carmine worked in the St. Vrain Valley School District for 32 years, and took great pride in educating generations of students in Colorado history, drafting, industrial arts, and driver’s education. Students lovingly called him “Mr. D,” and always enjoy sharing memories of taking classes with him. After retiring in 1988, Carmine enjoyed golf, and was instrumental in establishing Bella Rosa Golf Course in Frederick. He also helped secure the land on which the new St. Theresa’s Catholic Church now sits. He served on the St. Theresa’s Catholic Church Parish Council, and was a Fourth Degree member (Sir Knight) of the Knights of Columbus. Carmine is survived by his wife of 69 years, Anna, his son Sam DeSantis (Cindy) daughter Dona Ryon (Pete) and daughter Michelle DeSantis. He also has two grandchildren, Sarah DeSantis and Christopher DeSantis (Alyce). He was preceded in death by his twin brother, his parents Salvatore and Maria Donata DeSsntis, and sisters Maria Nicola Ciccarelli and Lillian Dipaolo.

May 26, 1926 to March 4, 2022

Get Ready For Emergencies This year, Weld County is launching a “12 Months of Preparedness Tips” campaign focused on emergency readiness. The January tip is a reminder to get engaged and sign up for alerts! Weld County uses CodeRED for emergency alerts related to local public safety situations. CodeRED sends targeted messages to landlines and registered cell phone numbers within an area of the county impacted by the event. You can also opt in to receive National Weather Service alerts. Registration is free and easy! http://www.

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March 4, 1928 to February 24, 2022

“Grieving the Loss of a Child - All Ages” Parents are not supposed to outlive their children. Possibly the most exhausting reaction to losing a child is the emptiness felt deep in your soul. When you are a parent, you create huge amounts of space in your life you dedicate to loving, nurturing, training, caring for, teaching, protecting and providing for your children. When you lose a child, that aching emptiness fills with unimaginable pain and excruciating loss. The death of the child is also the death of all the dreams a parent has for their son or daughter. Secondary losses incessantly emerge in the form of each specific goal, aspiration and hope held for the child. Parents of an adult child will feel the emptiness in a different way. If the relationship has matured to more of a peer relationship, the loss is felt more like the absence of a close and intimate friend. If the relationship was made complex by estrangement or brokenness, grief is complicated and intentional work to resolve this pain will be needed. A 4-week workshop offering tools for grieving the loss of a child. This workshop is scheduled for four Monday evenings in April, 2022 April 4, 11, 18 & 25; 6:00pm - 7:30pm MST. (5:00p - 6:30p Pacific, 7:00p - 8:30p Central, 8:00p - 9:30p Eastern) Workshop format will be a combination of teaching and a group sharing experience. This workshop is virtual via Zoom and is free to the public. Register for the workshop https://wegrieve.net/griefat

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Mysterious Death of Cody Johnson

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Murdered: 2019-05-26 | Date of Birth:1989-10-09 On May 26th 2019, Cody was found in a very small crawl space under his house in Ft. Lupton, Colorado, with a lethal amount of meth in his system, no drugs were found near or around Cody’s body. Cody was a loving father to two daughters who were his everything, Cody was a very caring and most loving person and would give his shirt off his back to help … To stay anonymous please contact Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at https://nococrimestoppers.com

CodeRED™ CodeRED™ has been used by Weld County since 2014 to allow public safety officials to alert residents and businesses about emergency situations. CodeRED notifies you when an emergency threatens your location, and allows you to enter multiple locations, such as a home address and a work address. You should register even if you have a landline or VOIP phone that might be automatically included. Go to https://weld911alert.com to sign up. You have the option to enroll as a guest, but we encourage you to create an account so you can log back in and update your information if it changes. You can use your Google, Facebook or Twitter credentials to create an account for a quick log-in process. If you have a cell phone and use text messages, be sure to opt in for SMS alerts, which can often reach you where a voice call cannot. If you don’t have access to a computer to sign up, please call the Carbon Valley Emergency Management Agency at (720) 526-6594, and they will assist you over the phone.

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HYBRID ANNUAL MEETING

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 2022 4:30 P.M. REGISTRATION | 6:30 P.M. MEETING BEGINS The 2022 Annual Meeting will be held as a hybrid event that members may attend either online or in person. All members are invited to attend and engage with cooperative leadership and connect with fellow members.

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The in-person meeting will be held at the Riverdale Regional Park & Fairgrounds on April 13 and livestreamed on United Power’s website. Registration opens at 4:30 p.m. and the official business meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. The virtual stream will begin at the start of the business meeting at www.unitedpower.com/annual-meeting.

& DIRECTOR ELECTION

United Power is monitoring COVID-19 restrictions. In the event conditions do not permit an in-person event, the virtual format will still be available. Visit www.unitedpower. com for updates and current health department requirements.

ANNUAL MEETING

Meet Jeremy Young – Our Unique Fire Chief CVCR_9.5x3.725_AnnualMeeting2022.indd 1

By Betty Heath

“I am in no way unique and see nothing unique about myself,” Fire Chief Young said with a smile as big as all outdoors! He was born and grew up in a small farming community in west central Missouri. He served on multiple clubs in high school and was elected senior class president. After high school he moved to the suburbs of Independence and then to Kansas City, Missouri and there he began his career in emergency services in August 1992. This year marks his 30-year anniversary in emergency services. And--he prides himself on being an ‘avid Colorado Avalanche fan….’Go Avs’! He and his wife and their children spent their vacations in Colorado every year and it wasn’t long until they began to dream about someday calling Colorado home. Those dreams ultimately became a reality five years ago when he accepted the job as Fire Chief and was given the honor of leading the personnel and community of the FrederickFirestone Fire Protection District. A job that he is certainly well qualified for as he holds an Associate’s Degree in Fire Service Administration; Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management; and a Graduate Degree in Organizational Leadership. Plus, he is currently considering beginning his Doctoral studies in Organizational Strategic Leadership later this year. When asked to share the goals he has set for the Fire District this year he responded by saying, “You do not have enough room here for all the goals I have set for this year, but I will share the top five with you.” 1) Keep our firefighters, EMT’s and paramedics as safe as possible—always! 2) Obtain and secure capital funding for the District within our growing community to ensure service levels of fire protection and emergency medical services are maintained and enhanced at every level possible. 3) Continue research, evaluate, and implement data collection and analytical systems to improve administrative and operational efficiency at all levels. 4) Work on current and new regional relationships that benefit and enhance our service levels. Evaluate which ones to foster and which ones to cut. 5) Continue moving the District towards NFPA 1710 standards (staffing) and

American Legion Riders of Post 1985 Hosting 12th Annual Fundraiser for the Run For The Wall Riders On June 25th the American Legion Riders of Post 1985 in Firestone will be hosting our 12th fundraiser to support the Run ForThe Wall riders on their cross country trek from the west coast, in honor our fallen, those serving and those that served, at the Memorials in Washington DC on Memorial Day, They also participate in “Rolling Thunder” on that day. The RFTW was started by Viet Nam Vets in 1989. The ALR Post 1985 meets the RFTW riders in Limon and we pay for all of their fuel. On May 21st we will meet the RFTW riders again and all are welcome to come and watch this procession. Our fundraising for the 2023 RFTW starts June 25th at our Legion, 870 1st St. in Firestone, (303) 833-3878. At 10:00 we will ride to the Platteville Colorado Veterans Memorial, we stop afterwards at the Silver Spur in Platteville. Then back to our Legion for games, drawings, auctions, raffles plus a 50/50 drawing. Food and drinks will be available. Donations are greatly appreciated and if you wish to help and cannot attend, please feel free to stop at the Legion to donate. Donations of cash or items for the auction, raffle or door prizes are greatly appreciated. Re g i s t rat i o n s for the ride are from 09:00 to 11:00, there is no fee to go on the ride, but waivers are required. Please help us help those honoring our veterans, service members and fallen by attending and helping us raise funds for the fuel stop in Limon. Duane Roller | ALR Post 1985 | Treasurer | 303.833.2746

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Voting Your Ballot Three positions on United Power’s eleven-member board are up for election, one seat in the East, South, and West Districts. This year, members may vote electronically through their online account or return it by mail. Voting online is a fast, secure way to submit your ballots and avoid mail delays. Ballots must arrive at P.O. Box by noon on April 12, 2022.

Center of Public Safety Excellence Accreditation and reducing the District ISO rating to help our citizens and business owners by reducing community risk. The most important goal is to always keep our men and women safe. I am truly here to serve them. When I serve them to the best of my ability, they take care of those needing our services to the best of their ability. However, the most important goal this year is to obtain and secure capital funding to build and equip two new fire stations in our community to serve the growth of our community. Serving our community brings me the most joy in my life. That is what provides me fulfillment and sometimes to be just a little part of the transformations in people and the community. My personal goals for this year are to be more present with my family, including our new grandson and balance my work. This is difficult on so many levels when you have so much passion for the two most important things in your life and ensuring they both get everything you must give. So, there’s nothing unique about you Chief Young? Well, you have just given everyone the many reasons why you are unique. You have a true caring spirit about you and our community thanks you for your service and….your uniqueness.

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Carbon Valley Chapter, NSDAR, Hosts a Patriots Tea Carbon Valley Chapter, NSDAR, hosted a Patriots Tea at their regular monthly meeting in February to announce all the Education Awards winners for 2022. The Tea honored 4 American History essay contest winners, a Good Citizen Scholarship winner and an Outstanding Teacher of American History. The meeting was held at the United Power Building in Frederick or on-line. First honorees were the American History essay contest winners. The research essay discussed the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington, D.C., its impact on families of the fallen from WWI, and its importance to our nation. Four eighth graders received awards for their skill in writing and research. First place winner was Addison Stronjinc from Coal Ridge, who read her essay to the group. Second place was Eliza Savage from Coal Ridge. Third place was a tie. Both Lynzee Crouse from Coal Ridge and Anastasia Stockho who is home schooled were honored. Each student received a certificate of achievement and a check. (shown in order left to right) Our next honoree was the Good Citizen senior selected by Frederick High School. Garrett D. Colvin (below center) opted to write the timed essay for their scholarship. He read his essay on Our American Heritage and Our Resp onsib il it y for Preserving It to the group and to his parents and grandparents, who attended with him. He was honored with a certificate, a pin and a check. We wish him all the best in his upcoming college education. Finally, the Chapter honored their first Outstanding Teacher of American History, Julie Lyddan (left). Mrs Lyddan teaches at Coal Ridge Middle School. She received a certificate and a check for her classroom. After meeting all the awardees, the meeting moved to a buffet area for refreshments and a get-together time to get to know awardees and Chapter members. We wish to extend our congratulations to all winners and look forward to future successes for all.