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6th and 7th of 2020. It will be held at the First Lutheran Church, 803 Third Avenue in Longmont, CO. This event is always held on the first weekend in March. The preview of the quilts will be Friday afternoon from 4pm till 6pm. Sales of the quilted items will start at 6pm and end at 8pm Friday.

Sales resume on Saturday morning at 9am till 3pm. A donation of one dollar is requested at the entrance door on both days.

The proceeds from hand and machinemade quilts will benefit the O.U.R. Center (Outreach United Resource Center) and the Safe Shelter of the St. Vrain Valley. Your purchases can be made with cash, check or credit card.

The customer service volunteers wearing turquoise aprons will assist you in finding gifts for birthdays, babies, holidays, yourself, etc. and bring them to the checkout counter for you.

We are a very prolific group of quilters with about 700 quilted items to choose from.

There are bed quilts ranging from crib to Queen size. You will find a huge variety of color schemes in these quilted items. There are baby quilts, teenage themed quilts, wall hangings, table toppers, placemats, lap quilts

For those inspired by what they see, we will have fabric and quilting books for sale also.

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by Jeananne Wright. She is a Longmont resident who is very experienced in this process. If you have a quilt that you would like to have appraised at this event, call for an appointment with her, at 303.772.7684.

Interfaith Quilters of Longmont serve the community all year long by donating items to the O.U.R. Center, the Safe Shelter, Quilts of Valor for military veterans, Mountain States Children’s Home, Meals on Wheels and other needs that arise in the community during the year. This active group of quilters is comprised of about 130 volunteers with varying degrees of experience.

We gather most Mondays from 9 am till 3 pm in the big meeting room of the First Lutheran Church on the corner of Third Avenue and Terry Street, Longmont. This is a great place to learn to quilt or to just get inspiration for that quilt you have been meaning to sew. New members are always welcome. Bring your lunch.

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Against All Hope...There is Still Hope

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ow do I know that HOPE is real and available? Because even after the death of one of my daughters and then one of my sons, I still smile and laugh and live.

After divorce, I found joy with my husband of almost twenty-nine years. After abuse, I’ve realized I have a strength within me that I never knew existed years ago.

HOPE is what I cling to after a horrible nightmare while I wait for the sun to come up. Hope is knowing the sun is coming up.

When bills are due or past due, HOPE reminds me that customer payments are coming in the mail.

As grief tries to swallow me whole,

drown me in the depths of despair, HOPE encourages me to take a deep breath.

HOPE lifts my head. HOPE wipes my tears away.

Alone and desperate, HOPE whispers, “Call your sister.” HOPE is knowing I am not really alone. Or desperate.

What is going on in me…I’m upset. I’m agitated. HOPE explains what is causing the agitation and offers a solution. HOPE fixes me.

Why does my body hurt so badly I’m bedridden? Stress, fear and anxiety want me to give up. HOPE says, “Not today.”

As I witness my children and

Weld County DHS Director Retires After More Than Four Decades

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udy Griego, Weld County Department of Human Services (DHS) Director, officially retired after 44 years of employment with the county and 28 years of serving as the department director. During her recognition at Wednesday’s board meeting, Griego received a standing ovation from a room packed with DHS employees, family and friends.

Griego began her career with the county in May of 1975 as a Contracts and Grants officer for Head Start, Community Action, Senior Nutrition and Employment and Training programs. She worked her way up through many positions within DHS and was promoted to director of the department on May 1, 1991. As director, Griego oversaw the administration of programs such as public assistance, child and adult protection, child support, employment services and other community support programs.

In 1982, Weld County was selected to participate in a national pilot program for Employment and Training Services for individuals receiving public assistance.

Griego was instrumental in the program, which ultimately led to the development and implementation of an innovative welfare reform program in Weld County.

“During my first year as commissioner in 2013, I had the honor of serving as the DHS coordinator,” said Commissioner Chair Mike Freeman. “I learned so much from Judy, and I so appreciate you and your staff for bringing me up to speed. You’ve earned so much respect here and throughout the state, and we’ll miss you tremendously.”

Under Griego’s leadership, a number of initiatives and approaches to better aid residents receiving public assistance were developed. She also served on numerous committees, including United Way and the North Colorado Health Alliance Board.

“Judy is a very special person and absolutely THE best Human Services Director in the state of Colorado,” said Commissioner Barbara Kirkmeyer, coordinator for DHS. “She has always been above reproach, putting the best interests of the county, children and families first.

I have the utmost respect for you, and I consider myself dang lucky to have worked with you.”

“As the most recent—and sadly, last—commissioner coordinator trainee of Judy’s, I have full confidence in your replacement,” said Commissioner Scott James, referring to new DHS Director Jamie Ulrich. “You helped Weld County’s people with dignity, class and grace, and your legacy leaves a lasting impression on all of us.”

Griego smiled, reflecting on her four-decade-long career. “It’s been a pleasure and a privilege to work here, and what made it special was the people I worked with and the citizens who challenged me to do more,” she said. “Through the years, I grew up with you and your families. I appreciate the honor of being here for this long.”

For more information about the Department of Human Services, visit https://www.weldgov.com/ departments/human_services.

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grandchildren struggle with life issues, I want to jump in and rescue as best I can. But it never works the way I plan.

HOPE rescues and heals completely as HOPE walks with my children and grandchildren through those life issues.

My parents are aging, and I despair at the thought of losing them. HOPE promises I will see them again, along with my children and other family members who have gone before me.

HOPE is my hand up out of the trials and tribulations of this life.

HOPE is my life.

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elcome 2020! As the new year gets rolling and started Carbon Valley Garage has some changes coming! In the next month we will be saying goodbye and good luck to longtime owner Andrew Givan. Andrew has made the decision to seek opportunities elsewhere and we are going to miss him. Lead Mechanic Kris Jennett will be assuming ownership. Kris has been working for Carbon Valley Garage since early 2013 and knows all about the ins and outs of CVG. We are all excited to see the changes and opportunities Kris will bring to Carbon Valley Garage and our customers. As some of you may be aware, changing ownership involves a bit of “behind the scenes� work.

We are going to make every effort to make this change seamless to our customers so we can continue to provide you with the same quality service and repairs you have come to expect and trust from Carbon Valley Garage. We greatly appreciate your patronage and understanding as we get through this minor change and on to a bigger and better 2020.

"Carbon Valley Garage is a locally owned, honest, garage," says Kelly Martindale. "We've used them for several years."

CV Garage is located at 13730 Deere Court just east of I25 off Hwy. 66. There number is 720.378.7888.

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Does Homeownership Matter?

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ou bet it does! At the most basic level, it provides shelter and security to families as well as the pride that comes from owning your own home. But, there is a lot more to it than that, and here are some facts about homeowners from the National Association of Realtors, Federal Reserve Board, and the US Census Bureau: ď Ź They are more likely to vote, ď Ź They volunteer their time more frequently for charitable causes, ď Ź They move less often, providing more neighborhood stability, ď Ź The decision to stay in school by teenage students is higher for those raised by home-owning parents, ď Ź Daughters of homeowners have a much lower incidence of teenage pregnancy, ď Ź The median net worth of homeowners is 36 times that of a renter’s ($195,400 vs. $5,400), ď Ź Owner occupied housing is better maintained than non-owner occupied property, ď Ź In addition to being more satisfied with their own personal situation, homeowners also enjoy better physical and psychological health, ď Ź Homeowners are less likely to report financial hardships, ď Ź The average child of a homeowner is significantly more likely to achieve a higher level of education, and thereby, a higher level of earnings.

These are some of the reasons that homeownership is called the “American Dream�. Taking the big step from renting to owning can be a difficult one, but with planning and patience, it can become a reality. Your Realtor is not just here to help you become a homeowner, but also works hard to protect private property rights, on the local, state, and national levels.

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Primary Beneficiary of proceeds from this event will benefit the Isaac Crane Family from Mead CO (See last page for details). As with our other fundraising events 80% of Proceeds will go to the Primary Beneficiary and the remainder to the Skyline Kiwanis Foundation supporting other local causes.

I am writing to ask for your support of this year’s event. This event is one of many initiatives Skyline Kiwanis supports throughout the year in the Longmont area. In all cases, we rely 100% on community support to meet our goals. Please consider supporting this event in the following ways: • Golf Tournament Participation • Auction Item Donation • Sponsorships (Title, Food, Bay) Thank you in advance for your commitment to support this wonderful event, and please feel free to call me with any questions or for more information. Or you can visit our website at www.skylinekiwanis.org.

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Letter to the Editor:

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ocal municipal elections are coming up this spring and now is the time to start researching candidates. The results of these elections can have a huge effect on you and the future of your community.

I urge you ask the candidates specific questions to see what they stand for. If elected, they will be working for you so it’s okay to ask direct questions designed to force them to make their case as to why you should support them.

For example, for the last decade local candidates have been saying they don’t oppose growth, but are only for smart growth. That may sound good, but few of them can add much beyond that throwaway phrase. Ask them what they mean. Ask them what specific development projects in your town they would have opposed. Ask them to identify three decisions made by your Town Council in the last two or three years they would have opposed. Ask them if they supported or opposed recent tax increases or large spending projects. Ask them if they think your town needs more commercial or residential growth. Ask them how they’re going to attract retail businesses. Ask them if they think the current Board of your town is making wise decisions with your tax money.

Ask them if they will pledge to not skip a

Board meeting to avoid taking a hard vote.

Yes, that happens.

For those running for Mayor of your town, ask them the above questions, but also ask if they will pledge to write an article every month for the “Area Mayors’ Report” section of this newspaper. The last two mayors of my town started out strong but when issues became difficult or they got a little pushback from folks questioning their decisions or candor, they stopped writing for the paper. If they’re not tough enough to defend their record, they’re not tough enough for the job. Ask them if they’ll pledge to not engage in business relationships with anyone who might want to secure their vote on something.

Ask them to describe, in detail, their worldview concerning the role of government. Listen closely and see how their worldview matches up with yours.

Local elections are non-partisan, but finding out their political party affiliation usually takes only a few minutes and will give you a good indication as to whether they will vote for limited or expansive government.

Be informed so you can cast an informed vote and wisely help choose the future of your community.

HERE YE! HERE YE!

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es, it is indeed, spelled wrong.

Trustee Rocky Figurilli here. January 2020 is an election year for the Town of Frederick. This year, the positions on the ballot are for the Mayor and new Trustees.

I encourage each resident of Frederick to have an open mind and do your own research. Your thoughts count. I want to

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John Damsma for Firestone Trustee

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Keith Kettler, Carbon Valley Resident

have been a resident of Firestone since 2008 and I currently reside in the Barefoot Lakes subdivision.

I served our great country in the Air Force and, after a career at UPS, I retired. Having the time available to dedicate to various civic activities has been so valuable in allowing me to “Give Back” to our community.

You might have had the occasion to meet me while you have been out and about in the Town of Firestone and the Carbon Valley. That’s because I have served the citizens in various ways since 2008. I was on the Stoneridge HOA for many years and helped the HOA transform from a developer led organization to a homeowner led organization.

Desiring to contribute to the entire Firestone community, I became a member of the Firestone Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Board. Later, I

was appointed to the honorable position of Firestone Trustee in 2016 and served in that position until April of 2018.

Currently, I am a Firestone Planning and Zoning Commissioner and a Director of the Firestone Finance Authority. I serve on the High Plains Library District Board of Trustees representing the Firestone, Frederick and Erie communities.

My civic activities provided me with a sound foundation for working well with others and forward looking decision making.

The future is what a Trustee is expected to anticipate as our community changes in size and diversity. Mass transportation, affordable housing, even better schools, recreation facilities, smart business development and a modern infrastructure are all vitally important to the development plans for the Town and the Carbon Valley.

Most importantly, as your Trustee, I must be in tune with the citizens I represent.

Communication with you is crucial in developing plans which appropriately meet the needs of our community.

Serving you as Trustee will be an honor and I ask for your vote.

hear your ideas and potential solutions that might help the town operate in a more efficient manner. No question should go unasked. You may have the best solution to a particular issue. You have an important voice. You have an open invitation to contact me or anyone on the board and share your thoughts.Any resident may email or call Town Hall to make an appointment to discuss ideas.

Before your ballots arrive in the mail, take a look back, consider the past actions and understand what the town has been focused on. Consider how the town is moving into the future and what are the main projects are. What projects has the town started and what projects does the town need to adress in the future? What needs to be accomplished to have our community prosper as we move forward?

Every town looks at short and long term items, in hopes to insure that development benfits the citizens. As a Trustee, I want to see a win win solution that benefits each of you.

Thank you for your time. Oh, yes HEAR YE! HEAR YE! Sincerley Yours, Trustee, Rocky Figurilli

Area Mayors’ Report—For those of us who do not attend meetings DACONO MAYOR, JOE BAKER

 DaconoLove- February 10, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. : Show your love for Dacono by “Liking” the City of Dacono on Facebook or post to the City’s

MEAD MAYOR, COLLEEN WHITLOW 

 Projects in Town: The Public Works Department is hard at work keeping our streets, open spaces and parks maintained with the help of newly implemented work management software that tracks and monitors the project through completion. The new software is a more effective and efficient way for staff to issue work orders and follow up after the fact.  The dams at Mead Ponds are getting a small face lift. A recent inspection indicated that the dam slopes are deteriorating due to erosion. Recycled concrete will be used to reestablish the slope, meeting state requirements. This project will help protect the embankments for the future.  Weld County Road (WCR) 32 and WCR 5 are now open – both were temporarily closed as part of the Sorrento subdivision development. The water line has been installed at

FIRESTONE MAYOR, BOBBI SINDELAR

 I hope that everyone has had a great start to the new year.

While, the end of the year is always busy spending time with family and friends, the Board of Trustees were still working hard on behalf of our residents. A few noteworthy actions that took place at the end of the year and the start of this year:  In December the Board adopted the Town of Firestone’s

Facebook, Twitter or Instagram accounts by February 10th. Please add the hashtag #heartdacono or #DaconoLove to each post.

After you post to social media, stop by Dacono City Hall on February 10th between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to receive a free travel mug (limit two per household) filled with Valentine’s Day candy.  Coffee with the Mayor: Please join me for Coffee with the Mayor on Saturday, February 15th from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Dacono City Hall. Bring your questions or just introduce yourself. Coffee and donuts will be provided.  Openings on Boards and Commissions: Are you ready to help Dacono thrive? There are still open positions on several of Dacono’s boards and commissions, including: the Sorrento site, and building permits have been issued. The Planning Department continues to work with applicants on a variety of development projects.  Board: The Board of Trustees has scheduled quarterly town hall-style meetings for 2020. The dates for the meetings are February 4, May 5, August 4, and November 3. Each town hall meeting will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The Board has also added an additional Public Comment section to the regular meetings. Residents will be able to speak toward the end of each Board meeting. In January, the Board excitedly approved the Ames Park Master Park Plan as well as a new fleet pickup, a backup generator, and two engineering agreements.  If you are unable to attend the Board of Trustees meetings, the meetings are video recorded to watch at your convenience.

View meetings at www.townofmead.org/boardoftrustees.  Community Activities: The Town of Mead Active Adults Program offers a variety of fun activities, events, fitness, wellness, education and social opportunities. Mead-area seniors are able to take part in a Weld County Senior Nutrition Lunch Program every Thursday at 11:30 a.m. Additionally, the Active Adults Program is offering a tour of the National Center for Atmospheric Research on Tuesday, Feb 18. Registration is required for both at https://www. townofmead.org/parksandrec/page/active-adults-resource-page.

More events to come later this winter.  The Town of Mead is proud to offer volleyball, basketball, Budget and 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for the calendar year beginning January 1, 2020. The budget addresses key initiatives and goals laid out by the Board of Trustees and continues to preserve a high level of service to the residents of Firestone. To view the complete budget and the major activities and projects for the year visit: www.firestoneco.gov/budget.  The Board of Trustees was honored to once again approve a donation request from Rocky Mountain Christian Church to help support an event, Night to Shine, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. On Friday, February 7th, Night to Shine will provide an unforgettable prom night experience, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. For more information on this event, or to get involved, we encourage you to visit www.rocky.church.  The Town of Firestone will conduct its Regular Municipal Election on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. All ballots will be mailed to

Planning Commission One alternate Board of Adjustment One regular seat, two alternates  For more information or to apply for a seat, contact City Clerk Valerie Taylor at 303-833-2317 x 123 or vtaylor@cityofdacono. com.  Holiday Closure: City Hall will be closed on February 17th in observance of Presidents Day.  

soccer, and tee-ball leagues for youth in the community.

Registration for spring youth volleyball and soccer is now available. For more information, visit the Youth Athletics webpage: https://www.townofmead.org/parksandrec/page/ youth-athletics  Reminder: The Town of Mead requires businesses located within the town, as well as businesses providing services within the town, to obtain a business license. Businesses must renew licenses annually. Applications are available online at www.townofmead.org/ planning/page/business-licenses. Furthermore, all residents are required to license their pets. Pet license applications are available online at https://www.townofmead.org/codeenforcement.Please return the completed form to the Mead Police Department.  Invitation: I would like to continue to invite youth groups to help open our regular Board of Trustee meetings. Please email me, at cwhitlow@ townofmead.org, at least a week in advance of our board meetings.  Stay Informed: I am hosting Coffee with the Mayor from 8-10 a.m. every first Saturday of the month at Town Hall. Bring your questions, concerns and thoughts. Another easy way to stay up to date on Mead news is to sign up for email notifications by visiting: www.townofmead.org/newsletter/subscriptions.  Please stay safe, and as always, I am happy to come visit you or your organization. Please contact me via email at cwhitlow@ townofmead.org. registered voters. Ballots will be mailed the week of March 16, 2020.

During this election, registered voters in Firestone will be electing a Mayor and three (3) Trustees. The Mayor will be elected to serve a two-year term and three Trustees will be elected to serve fouryear terms. For more information on the election, please visit www. firestoneco.gov/election.  We hope to see you at the Annual Meet & Greet hosted by the Firestone Police Department on March 20, 2020 at the new Police Department & Municipal Court Facility from 6-8pm. This event allows community members the opportunity to meet their local and county government officials to discuss concerns and issues relevant to the local region.  Thank you for your continued support. It is an honor to be your Mayor.  Bobbi Sindelar

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It’s Now Time

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f you haven’t already, it's now time to look at what the Town of Frederick is doing, both short and long-term, to find solutions for: • Water • Housing • Commercial Development • Efficient Generation of New Revenue Solutions for each of these items becomes a choice; a choice about projects, events and everyday expenditures. It’s also a choice to achieve these goals effectively and efficiently. And these choices, eventually become the responsibility of the Town Board.

It’s now time for the 2020 Election Year! So, besides looking at what the Town of Frederick is doing, it’s also time to understand where Frederick stands in regard to what you, as a resident and voter, expect from your town and those who run it. Is the Town of Frederick moving in a direction that you agree with? Consider these issues: • Infrastructure – Our town has to have sufficient utilities in place in order to exist now and into the future.

• Water (AKA liquid gold) - It must be the top priority of every town, Frederick included, in order that future generations will not have to worry about it.

• Revenue - Finding solutions to generate revenue to run Frederick without burdening families through higher taxes or added fees must be a priority.

• Growth – Balanced, objective working relationships between the town and developers, in the best interest of the

people of Frederick, must be encouraged for win win solutions!

These are just some of the issues that will be a top priority for the newly elected board. They will hit the ground running, digging deep, to find the best solutions and most effective ways for the town to move forward.

It’s now time, to announce, I am running for Mayor of Frederick.

I believe, we as a town, have the perfect opportunity to move forward, together, into the future with all of our eyes wide open. The town board will show the residents it is working them, and they are listening to you.

When I was elected to be a Trustee, I stated that, “I HAVE NOTHING TO GAIN OR LOSE.” This statement still holds true.

If you have attended board meetings, you may understand this statement.

Common Sense...two simple words many people live by. Using common sense in decision making leads to positive results.

Take a minute and think about those two words. What's the verdict? If it makes common sense, It's probably one of the best solutions to utilize or pursue.

TRUTH & HONESTY Truth -Standup and tell it like it is (no beating around the bushes) Honesty - Residents are intitled to expect that from every board member. We work for you.

When it's time to vote, look at ALL the Candidates and make your vote count!! Vote for the candidate that makes common sense.

It’s Now Time to Vote for Rocky Figurilli for Frederick Mayor.

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Thank you for your time, Town Trustee Rocky Figurilli

Colleen G. Whitlow Mayor, Town of Mead ACCOMPLISHMENTS

BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COALITIONS Mead Urban Renewal Authority Commissioner Colorado Municipal League Policy Committee North I-25 and Highway 66 Coalition Southwest Front Range Passenger Railroad North Segment Coalition I-25 Parallel Arterial Coalition CDOT Region 4 Representative Communities That Care Denver Regional Council of Governments Alt Director COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP ROLES Mountain View Fire Rescue Board of Directors Colorado Women In Government Treasurer The Honor Bell Foundation Board Member Mead Area Chamber of Commerce, Past President Rotary Club of Mead, Secretary American Legion Post 1985, Adjutant Northern Gold Star Families Memorial Monument Committee All American Beef Battalion, Rocky Mountain Team Carbon Valley VFW Post 9741 Auxiliary President

EXPERIENCE | LEADERSHIP | INTEGRITY

2019 Stormwater Master Plan 2018 Transportation Plan Highland Lake Park Master Park Plan 2018 International Building Code Town of Mead Infrastructure & Maintenance Projects Map Streamlined the Development Process Successful Branding Effort North Creek Sewer Project Veteran Pond Toe Drain Project Approved numerous annexations, residential & commercial developments National Night Out Additional Student Resource Officer Planning Department Development Process Partnered with High Plains Library District to plan a NEW library/community center Updated liquor code, CORA policy, and other internal control procedures Conducted Community Survey Expanded Police Department Established a Revenue Generation/Expense Management Visioning Committee Audiovisual of Mead Urban Renewal Authority Meetings Oil & Gas Informative Tour Grants to Community Organizations Coffee with the Mayor Honor Flight Mead Salute Youth Group Board of Trustee Opening Ceremonies Mead Library Task Force Mead Youth Tour at the Weld County Communication Center Mead Community Book Club Keep Mead Beautiful Quarterly Town Halls Ames Park Master Park Plan CML Annual Conference Sessions Coordinator DRCOG Fall Citizen’s Academy Graduate CML MUNIversity Program Graduate New Business Ribbon Cuttings Various Proclamations

REPRESENTATIVE Bike to Work Days (Winter & Summer) 9Health Fair Upstate Colorado Economic Development Veteran Stand Down Statewide Mayor’s Summits Mayor’s Day |Colorado State Fair CML Mayors Summit - Denver Mock Council Day (Mead Elementary 3rd Grade) Mead High School Seniors Night Doing Democracy Day Habitat for Humanity MM1 George Hanson Welcome Home Colorado Day Participant Unity in the Community DRCOG Director Meetings, Work Sessions & Workshops CDOT Transportation Matters Summit 2019 CML District 2 Meetings Town and County Dinner Downtown Mead Streetscape & Beautification Mead Community Giving Tree Contributor Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District Stakeholder NCLA 2019 Regional Issues Summit Mead High School's Veteran's Day Assembly Harvest Moon Festival Numerous Community Events Speaking engagements: State, County, Community and Veteran events If you have any questions or concerns, contact me at cwhitlow@townofmead.org or 303-358-9294.

CONTINUED WORK… Financial Responsibility/Government Transparency | Prioritize Strategic Goals | Mission, Vision & Principles | Youth Advisory Committee | Quality of Life | Private Property Rights | Support Business | Responsible Growth | Public Safety | Grow Our Economy and Jobs | | Foster Education | Mead 80542 Zip Code | Community Engagement Tools

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hite hallway? Doesn’t have to be!

When you think about it, your hallway is one of the most traveled areas in your home. Painters consider it a room when painting, so give it as much thought as your other rooms.

Halls are usually interior rooms that don’t see much sun so your first instinct may be to brighten yours up with white or light colors. There are other ways to reflect that light. Instead of ceiling flat white, have the ceiling painted in a satin or semi-gloss sheen. Cheerful colors such as a mint green lighten the area automatically. Sherwin Williams Mint Condition SW6743 comes to mind. A peachy pastel would work as well. Don’t get me wrong. We’re not saying white is bad.

Sometimes the best choice is a good white.

Going darker can add interest

and a cozy feel to your hallway. Have it painted a mid tone or darker color with contrasting white trim. Take a look at SW9115 Cowboy Boots for a brown or SW6524 Commodore for a blue. Or leave the walls light and have the doors and trim painted darker. If you’re worried about going too dark, don’t. Adding more and/ or brighter lighting and a light colored hall runner can remedy that.

If your hall is L or T shaped, make the end at the turn the focal point and paint that wall a different color. Add a shelf or a narrow table if you have room. If there is a door or another room at the end of the hall, paint the door or the entrance to the room a bold color. If space is tight, add to the walls by hanging a mirror, adding artwork or family photos.

Other options are adding a chair rail or wainscoting to the walls and painting with a contrasting color, Keep in mind your contrast doesn’t need to scream for attention, just arouse some curiosity!

For more information please call Tim Zaerr at Blue Parrot Painting at 303.678.8442 or visit www.blueparrotpainting.com.

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Do you have some school news you would like to share: about school, a student, a volunteer. Simply email us your news at carbonvalley@gmail.com by the 15th of each month!

RMCC Hosts 4th Annual Night to Shine

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his year is our 4th Annual Night to Shine event happening at Rocky Mountain Christian Church in Frederick, CO on February 7 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. This event is an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs ages 14 and up, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation.

This is largely the most exciting event of the year for us and an AMAZING experience for everyone involved. Registration always fills up so fast because we get to show people with special needs that they MATTER and that they have a purpose. We also get to give a royal treatment to their caretakers who Free Agents are Welcome Free Agents are Welcome rarely ever get time for themselves.

Each honored guest gets paired up with a buddy for the night to walk the red carpet entrance (surrounded by shouting fans) and then dance the night away just before the big balloon drop and crowning of kings and queens. We have added a glow TWINPEAKSYOUTHSPORTS.COM AGES 4-14 party as well in the midst of it all.

This year we will have nearly 190 guests with special needs and the same number of buddy volunteers to be their "date" for the night. This is not including the waitlist! Our facility will be packed with excited guests and volunteers!

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Carbon Valley Academy Preschool is Now Enrolling for the 2020/2021 School Year

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arbon Valley Academy Preschool is a public charter school and enrollment is open to all young learners in the Tri-town and surrounding area. We are located in downtown Frederick and serve children 3 through 5 years old. We offer a cozy and safe environment for young students to learn and grow. We offer free preschool for those who qualify under the Colorado Preschool Program.

We are proud to offer the following: • Low student to teacher ratio – Class size is capped at 15 students with 2 Early Childhood Teachers who have been a part of our CVA team for 6-10 years.

• Developmentally Appropriate Learning Opportunities – We offer a balance of teacher led, child directed and play based activities.

• Research based Curriculum – We use the Core Knowledge Preschool Sequence to offer an individualized student approach to learning. Curriculum includes social/ emotional practice, classic nursery rhymes and stories, mathematical and scientific reasoning, visual Arts and more.

• Family Involvement- Families are valued at CVA and family involvement is part of our team- teaching approach.

• Character Trait Program – Monthly focus on 9 specific character traits to promote and foster strong character development.

If you are looking for a high-quality early childhood learning experience for your child that will prepare them for kindergarten, then we encourage you to partner with us by enrolling your child in our program.

To enroll, visit our website www. carbonvalleyacademy.org, email jodi.jansen@cvamail.com or call 303-833-3868.

All About Pets: February is National Pet Dental Month

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ental disease can affect our dogs and cats at any stage of life. Many problems with teeth are very slow in onset. Reluctance to eat, stinky breath, loss of energy, and reluctance to play are a few signs of possible dental disease.

Periodontal disease is the most common cause of dental problems.

Bacteria attach to the tooth surface in a substance called plaque. As these bacteria grow on the surface of the tooth, they start to enter the gingival tissues. The gingival infection results in a discharge of debris, bacteria and toxins into the blood stream, possibly affecting the liver, heart, lungs or kidneys.

Some people get cavities or excessive tartar due to genetics. Some animals also have more dental problems than others due to genetics. Since we cannot change our genetics, we can work on prevention and management. Pet oral care, like vaccines and flea, tick and heartworm prevention, is a critical component of healthy pet management.

The gold standard for the management of periodontal disease is diagnosis and

treatment under general anesthesia.

Without anesthesia you can only see about 40% of the disease in the mouth.

Daily oral care at home and proper nutrition is also part of the gold standard. At home you can start training your pet to accept the cleaning of their teeth. Establish a routine of daily brushing with a soft toothbrush. To get your pet used to the tooth brushing use a beef or chicken broth solution or water with small amount of garlic powder added. Pet toothpaste with yummy flavors can also be used. First coat the brush with the “yummy”. Without restraint, allow the pet to lick the brush 3-5 times per day. Once licking is established, try brushing the teeth as the pet licks the brush. Gradually you can start brushing more vigorously.

So next time you complain of dog or cat breath, look into your pet’s mouth and then call us for an examination. Let’s cure any problems and prevent more serious ones before they start.

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Aims Community College and Tax Help Colorado Offering Free Tax Preparation

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ims Community College is offering free tax preparation and e-filing through the Tax Help Colorado program, funded by the Denver-based Piton Foundation. Anyone who earned less than $56,000 last year can stop by the Greeley, Fort Lupton or Loveland campuses on the dates and times listed below: • Greeley Campus: Saturdays, February 1 – April 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Westview Building (closed March 14 and 21) • Fort Lupton Campus: February 14 – March 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Loveland Campus: February 6 – 27 from 4 to 8 p.m.

“I am so proud of our continuing partnership with the Tax Help Colorado program,” said Aims President and CEO Dr. Leah L. Bornstein. “This program provides real-world training for our students while giving us the opportunity to support our community.”

Aims students who help with the program take a two-credit course that covers basic law and tax preparation in the Fall semester. Students then take an IRS VITA Certification Exam once they’ve completed the course, which certifies them to prepare tax returns for low to middle-income taxpayers.

“Our student volunteers are IRS-certified to review, e-file and complete tax returns for our community members,” said Accounting Instructor Gina Jones. “We love being a part of the Tax Help Colorado program and look forward to another successful year.”

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A Clear Vision For Your Facebook Marketing In 2020

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ow do you VISUALIZE your business growth this year? Do you want to strengthen your relationship with current clients? Do you want new customers to LOOK your way? Do you want to connect with community leaders and social media influencers? Do you want to increase your overall profit?

Facebook marketing helps with all of these things, but you MUST have two things: frequency and consistency. Post at least twice a week or your efforts won’t be worthwhile.

People want to SEE posts that FIT your business.

Helping seniors age in place.

Helpful tip: Start with $1 per day and SEE results immediately.

FOCUS on what you do best, and trust your Facebook page to me.

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Business Connections

Luncheon January 16, 2020 CV Library 7 Park Ave. How to Keep the Urgent From Hijacking What's Most Important!

Presented by: Dale Wilsher $12 - Members & Guests $15 - Non-member 7 Walk-ins No Shows will be invoiced

Sponsorships Consider a new way your business can be a sponsor - be a booth sponsor at a Chamber Connection Luncheons. Want to find out more?

Contact Julia today!

Carbon Valley Chamber Office 8308 Colorado Blvd., Suite 203 Firestone , CO 80504 303. 833.5933 info@ carbonvalleychamber.com.

Business After Hours Join Rick Hinojos Agency American Family Insurance for the February Business After Hours!

T h u r s d a y , February 6th - 5:30 to 7:30 pm 336 5th St. Frederick Come support a small business, enjoy great food, drinks, networking and a door prize!!

Gold Star Monument Fundraising Dinner Date and Time Fri Feb 28, 2020 6-8 PM American Legion Post 1985, 870 1st St Firestone, CO The public is welcome!

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Carbon Valley Chamber Annual Member Appreciation Dinner Saturday, March 7, 2020 Todd Creek Golf Club Thornton

Come as a Flapper, or come as you are, Dress as a Gangster, or Silent Screen Star, It’s going to be fun no matter the dress, Just bring yourself and we’ll do the rest! (there will be a contest) 5:00 pm – Doors Open, Complimentary Glass of Champagne Wine Pull $20 each cork (wine equal or greater value) Door prize tickets $1 each or $5 for 6 (one ticket free) 6:30 pm – Welcome and Dinner 7:45 pm – Guest Speaker and Awards Register or sponsor today, before the seats are all gone! http:// bit.ly/313rYzZ Contact Julia for information on how to donate A door prize and get listed in the event program and digitally the night of the event Julia@carbonvalleychamber.com.

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Carbon Valley Help Center Update

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he Carbon Valley Help Center is pleased to announce the addition of a new Case Manager, Micaela Chacon. Micaela is experienced in Case Management with St. Vrain Habitat for Humanity. Her skills will be helpful in assisting our clients whether it’s for referrals or grants. If you know of anyone in the Carbon Valley who needs help with non-perishable food, rent or mortgage payments, utility bills, or auto repair please suggest they give Micaela Chacon a call. Our location is 150 Buchanan, P.O. Box 508, Firestone, CO 80520. We’re open Tuesday and Thursday from 9 - 3 and the second Tuesday of the month from 12 - 6. The Help Center tries to take some of the stress off of households experiencing instability, whether from food shortage or income shortage. The help center has also begun offering financial classes on the second Tuesday of every month. If you’d like to learn about budgeting or fixing your credit, please call or email for more information. Please contact Chris Baca with TBK Bank for more information about the classes, CBaca@TBK Bank.com.

If you’re looking for a worthwhile organization to donate time, food, or money, please consider the Carbon Valley Help Center. We can be reached by email at robinmonthei@carbonvalleyhelpcenter. org or chaconm@carbonvalleyhelpcenter.org or by phone at 303.833.6626.

Erie Chamber Events Business Visions

Mead Area Chamber Events Brown Bag Luncheon Workshops Feb 19, May 20, Aug 19, Nov 18 (SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE)

MACC Board Meetings Feb 13 @ 6:00 pm The MACC Board meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month

Mead Chamber Office (970) 893-3537 | info@meadchamber.org

(formerly Network at Noon) Tuesday, February 4, 11:45-1:00 Erie Community Center, 450 Powers St., Erie

Erie Business Connections Thursday, Feb 6 & Feb 20 | 7:30-9:00am Calvary Bible Church, 615 Evans St., Erie

New Member Coffee Friday, February 7, 7:30-8:00am Erie Chamber Office, 235 Wells St., Erie

Special Events Mark Your Calendars for the 24th Annual Town Fair & Balloon Festival May 16th

Erie Chamber Office 235 Wells Street | Erie, CO 80516 (303) 828-3440 | erie@eriechamber.org

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In and Around Carbon Valley, Erie, & Mead

February

CV Rotary BINGO is Back!

Save the date - Feb. 22, 2020. NEW LOCATION: United Power Bldg., I-25 East Frontage Rd between High Country Millworks and Environmental Noise Control. Doors open at 6 pm. More details soon at www.carbonvalleyrotary.org

Carbon Valley Toastmasters Carbon Valley Toastmasters is a nonprofit educational organization that trains it’s members to build important workplace skills, refine their communication, and maximize their overall potential. Other benefits of being a Toastmaster include: more self-confidence and self-awareness, enhanced leadership skills, regular and constructive feedback in a comfortable and supportive environment, and so much more. Whatever your reasoning for seeking personal growth and professional development opportunities, Carbon Valley Toastmasters welcomes guests every Tuesday evening from 6:15 - 7:45 pm. www. facebook.com/carbonvalleytoastmasters for more information.

Interval/Circuit Training 7pm Mondays & Wednesdays Ladies, join us for Interval/Circuit Training Classes at 7pm on Mondays in Frederick & Wednesdays in Firestone, Tuesdays & Fridays at 8:30am in Niwot.

Your first session is Free, then it's $40 for a 10 Session Punch Card good at any location. Space is limited, RSVP required online. Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certified Personal Trainer & TBMM Corrective Exercise Specialist at https:// Ti m e Fo r C h a n g e P e r s o n a l T r a i n i n g . com or call 303.828.2856 for more information.

Empowering Youth Leadership Program for Students Grades 6-12, Registration Now Open!

Looking for a place where your child can grow in their gifts and learn leadership skills that can empower them now and in their future? Would your child like to work with horses in a ranch setting? Graceful Oaks Youth Ranch has a very impactful program for kids in 6th through 12th grade. This is a sixmonth leadership program that begins in April and concludes in September and includes 25 hours of basic horsemanship and leadership training/ implementation, 30 hours of business management experience, and 15 hours of community outreach. Students receive a certificate of completion and letter of recommendation at the end of the program. This will be a super exciting season for students and families, as we are celebrating our 5-year anniversary and have some extra special things planned!

Don't miss out! Spaces fill up fast and we have a waiting list every year! **High school students - business leadership opportunities include concepts like event planning/marketing, equine/ranch management, bible studies, community outreach, and donor appreciation.

To find out more about the leadership trainings, events, schedule, and application process, go to https:// w w w . g ra c e f u l o a k s y o u t h ra n c h. o r g / empowering-youth-leadership-program/ Program tuition is $210 for one child, $360 for two children for the 2020 season, April through September.

Graceful Oaks Youth Ranch is a local faith-based equestrian youth ranch and nonprofit organization located at the Eastern Edge of Frederick. For more information go to www.goyr.org or see our Facebook page. We hope to meet you and your student very soon!

Up with People Jr. camp U p with People Jr. camp is returning to Centennial Elementary School, for our 3rd consecutive summer! Once again, in partnership with St. Vrain Valley Community School, this high-energy, week-long day camp is being made available to all children between the ages of 8-12, during the week of July 13-17.

Up with People Jr. uses musical performing arts, global education, and service learning to help children discover their own leadership skills, gain a deeper understanding of others who may be different from themselves, and become inspired to have a positive impact on their family, school, and community. It is truly a summer camp like no other. For more information, contact Lindsay Adams at Lindsay.adams@upwithpeoplejr.org. For information and to register, go to: https:// www.upwithpeoplejr.org.

Parent's Night Out Hosted by En Face Studios En Face Studios will be hosting a Parents' Night Out on Friday, February 14th from 6:00-9:00pm. Bring your kids to En Face Studios for games, crafts, a dance party, pizza and more while you enjoy a dinner out or in! Cost is $15 per child ages 6-up, add pizza and a drink for an additional $5 per child. Register online at https://enfacestudios.com/upcomingevents

RLF’s Inaugural Night of Hope Gala Have you experienced the loss of a loved one and wonder how you might give back to someone else who is now walking in similar shoes? Come experience a wonderful evening for a great cause at Richard Lambert Foundations Inaugural Night of Hope Gala on Thursday, March 19th from 5:30 - 9:00 pm at the Bella Sera Event Center, in Brighton. Guests will enjoy dinner, entertainment, cash bar, awards, and heart touching stories on how our community has made a difference by offering HOPE to children and adults who have experienced the death of a loved one.

Help us continue to create an awareness where grief can be accepted, understood, and, embraced.Purchase tickets at https:// www.richardlambertfoundation.org/ night-of-hope-gala-2020 For questions or business sponsorship interests contact Susan at 720-408-8417 Other upcoming 2020 events:  March 19th Night of Hope Gala  June 19th 3rd Annual Tee Up Fore Hope Golf Classic  September 19th 9th Annual A Life to Remember 5K

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program LEAP is a federally funded program that helps eligible hard-working Colorado families, seniors and individuals pay a portion of their winter home heating costs. LEAP provides assistance with heating costs, equipment repair, and replacement of inoperable heating tools.

While the program is not intended to pay the entire cost of home heating, the aim is to help alleviate some of the burdens that come with Colorado's colder months.

"This is an excellent program," says Kelly Martindale.www.colorado.gov/pacific/ cdhs/leap.

Carbon Valley Academy Celebrates 15 Year Anniversary This year, Carbon Valley Academy is celebrating our 15th anniversary. To honor this anniversary, we are holding a fundraising Gala on May 2, 2020.

We are currently looking for event sponsors and gift basket donations. If you would like more information about the event or how to sponsor, please contact Catherine Linhardt, catherine. linhardt@cvamail.com.

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News From The Firestone Free Thinkers 4-H Club To Make The Best Better – Learning By Doing

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he January meeting was held at the beautiful new Firestone Police Station on January 5, 2020. There were a lot of new families in attendance eager to select their projects which they will study and exhibit at the Weld County Fair in July. There are at least 40 different projects that kids can select from and it isn’t just for farm kids any more. Projects range from dogs and cats to all kinds of farm animals and crops. The shooting sports are popular along with photography, cake decorating, wood working, rocketry, robotics, clothing and outdoor adventure just to name a few.

All girls and boys are encouraged to join. Clover buds are ages 5, 6 and 7. Regular members are ages 8 to 18. The cost is $25 and $35 respectively which covers the cost of study materials and insurance. Dues are payable to the Firestone Free Thinkers 4-H Club.

The 4-H Showcase was held last Saturday where all the different project choices were displayed. The photo taken by Sherri Opperman, shows Ron Martin working with kids on the scroll saw.

In November, an election was held for the following new officers. President, Phoebe Jonas, Vice President, Elisa Jonas, Secretary, Matthew Wright and treasurer, Carter Navulur.

In early December, Phoebe Jonas went to the hospital for heart surgery and things didn’t go as planned. She is now on a heart transplant list with a long road ahead. The 4-H families instinctively came together and hosted a spaghetti fundraiser for the Jonas family. It was amazing how everyone came and supported the family with love and generous contributions.

New members have until March 15 to join the 4-H family. Register on line at www.4Honline.com.

Firestone Elections

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Tuesday, April 7, 2020. During this Host Their Annual election, registered voters in Firestone will be electing a Mayor and three (3) Trustees. Valentine Dinner!!!

The Mayor will be elected to serve a twoA Prime Rib Dinner will be served on year term and three Trustees will be Friday, February 14th. The time is 6 PM and elected to serve four-year terms. the cost is $15.00 per person. Reservations Background: The Town of Firestone must be in by February 7th. Proceeds holds a Regular Municipal Election the benefit the Child and Welfare Foundation first Tuesday of April in even-numbered (CWFF) that provides help to veterans’ years. Trustees serve four-year staggered families. To learn more about this program, terms; at every Regular Election there are visit American Legion.org. The public is three out of the six seats up for election. welcome to join us for a very special evening.

The Mayor serves a two-year term.

A guest signup sheet is at the Legion Mail Ballot Information: Ballots will or call 303-833-3878 to make your be mailed the week of March 16, 2020. reservations now.

Firestone voters may mail their ballot or Squadron Commander, Rex Sutherland drop off their ballot at Town Hall any time during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and on Election Tree/Shrub Pruning & Removals | Stump Grinding Day from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Ballots must be received by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, April 7, 2020.

Registered voters who do not receive a ballot in the mail may request one from the Bob & Sherry Fairow Firestone Town Clerk’s Office.

Voter Registration Information—To register to vote you must be: • A United States Citizen Self-Defense Class • Be 18 years old on/before date of election The Frederick Police Department is • Reside in Colorado and in the excited to offer free self-defense classes. municipal election precinct for at least 22 Saturday, February 22 - Level 1 days before the election Saturday, April 4 - Level 2 • Registration is permitted on any day up to The classes are from 8 am to 12 pm. and including the day of the election Voter Registration Deadline You only need to attend one Level 1 class Information...You may register either but you must take Level 1 to make it to online, by mail or in person. Registration Level 2! The classes are open to women ages 15 and up who live in Frederick. options are: Level 1 classes will include some • Up to 8 days prior to the election voter valuable classroom-style instruction on registration is available via the Secretary awareness and preventative measures of State’s online voter registration system before diving into some basic physical www.govotecolorado.com self-defense techniques. Level 2 classes • Prior to and including the day of will review situational awareness and the election voter registration can be dive deeper into hands-on physical conducted by The Weld County Clerk and self-defense. Topics include situational Recorder or the Firestone Town Clerk.

For more information on Firestone’s awareness, a warrior mindset, and Municipal Election please contact the physical combativeness. The class covers what indicators the bad guys Town Clerk’s Office at 303-531-6264. are looking for in their victims as well as what clues, techniques, and patterns an attacker uses to gain an advantage. Participants can do as much as they are comfortable with, so feel free to attend regardless of your physical ability. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and bring water.

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This means the average homeowner gained approximately $5,300 in equity over the past year. If you want to start building your equity, put your housing costs to work for you through homeownership this year.

2. Mortgage Interest Rates Are Low The Primary Mortgage Market Survey from Freddie Mac indicates that interest rates for a 30-year mortgage have fallen since November 2018 when they hit 4.94%. In their latest forecast, Freddie Mac expects rates to remain low, leveling out to a yearly average of 3.8% in 2020.

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Today, rental prices continue to increase, and when you’re paying your landlord’s mortgage instead of your own, you’re not the one earning the equity. As an owner, your mortgage payment is a form of ‘forced savings’ you can use later in life to reinvest in your family. You can use it for a variety of opportunities, such as saving for your children’s education, moving up to a bigger home, or starting your own business.

As a renter, it can be more challenging to achieve those types of dreams without home equity working for you.

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rowing up on an Iowa farm in the 50’s and 60’s, plowing was one of my favorite parts of field work. The roar of that bright red Massey-Harris tractor, the fresh air and sunshine of being in the open field, and the smell of freshly turned earth was to me a delight. Flash ahead to 2020 and minimum tillage is the preferred way to have fewer trips across the field to achieve the same result, but back in the day it was plow, disc, and then harrow to properly prepare a suitable seedbed for the new crop. Plus, the advantage of plowing was to turn over whatever was on top of the soil to increase soil fertility, so it often contained manure from the feedlot.

In some ways plowing a field is a good illustration of what God wants us to do to prepare the “idle land” in our own lives for greater productivity in serving our Lord. Wanting to be purified and more useful to Christ is a pre-requisite, so listen to what Hosea 10:12 has to say on the subject.

“Sow with a view to righteousness, reap in accordance with kindness, break up your fallow ground, for it is time to seek the Lord

until He comes to rain righteousness on you.”

Have you heard the expression ‘You reap what you sow’? It comes from Galatians 6:7,8. If we sow to the flesh we reap corruption, but if we sow to the Spirit we reap eternal life. ‘Life’ sounds far better to me than corruption, and we get much more of that by walking with the Lord rather than ignoring Him. In Matthew 9:37, Jesus informs His disciples (then and now) that “the harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.”

Being a worker for the Lord should be the ambition of every follower of Jesus. And far better to “burn out for Him red hot than just to burn out”. A little zeal goes a long way in our service to the King of kings.

In Jeremiah 4:3 God says we need to “Break up your fallow ground, and do not sow among thorns.” Here’s that plowing thing I’m speaking about in our own hearts. Our Lord encourages us to redeem everything we can in our lives so as to be the best disciples we can be. That means we clean out the corners and closets of our lives so maximum success can come.

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Hold nothing back! Plow your heart, and don’t waste seed in bad soil. Drop everything that holds you back from allout service. No time to waste, and we are only promised today.

As we determine to “let go and let God”, the verse in Hosea says we can expect Him to “rain righteousness on you”. What does that mean? My understanding here is to let God make you more righteous. Back in Proverbs 2:20 we are directed thusly: “So you will walk in the way of good men, and keep to the paths of the righteous.” Growing closer to Jesus means we become more like Him in our choices, words, and actions.

And if God wants to rain righteousness on me, I won’t need an umbrella!

Every believer in Christ has time, talent, and treasure to use for God’s glory. No exceptions. Treasure and talent may vary, but time is equal for all. And progressing in our desire to use all for the glory of God is what happens as we mature. Make YOUR life count for eternity.

What you say and what you do and what you give your money to is what you love.

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t was mid-day, though dark as night…and damp. Shadows clung to the stone walls and uneven streets of the city. Everywhere there was an eerie silence.

Out of the shadows stepped a figure with a cloak draped across the shoulders.

Quickly the figure scurried through the stillness, seeking for truth. Hours before these same silent streets were filled with throngs of people clamoring over the excitement of the trial. The mob screamed for the release of Barabbas and cried for Pilate to crucify the one called Jesus of Nazareth, “King of the Jews.” Some blamed the turn of events on the politics of the day.

The political climate seemed to dictate that something drastic happen; something to arouse public opinion and turn attention away from the real issues confronting the government. After all, if this ‘Christ-person’ was indeed who he claimed to be, he was dangerous to the overall political plan. People would be less likely to heed government leaders if they listened to the radical teachings of this intruder.

Suddenly, the figure came to the palace of the high priest named Caiaphas.

This was the same place where the chief priests, scribes and the elders of the people had assembled just a few short hours before. Quietly the figure slipped through the side door, whispered to the guard on duty and was led down the corridor to a small room. A single candle burned on the table. As the light flickered, Caiaphas approached through the open door.

The figure seated at the table dropped the cloak revealing a frail looking woman who appeared to be in her mid-forties with graying hair. Softly she made inquiry about her son. Rumors had spread quickly through the city and she must know the truth. Caiaphas threw back his head and laughed uproariously as she spoke. Yes, indeed he knew her son. A fine young man; strong of body, but possessing a weak spirit and easily swayed by public opinion.

However, with a few years of training she would have good reason to be proud of him.

The priest was stricken with disbelief as she once again spoke of her son. He rose, pulled a pouch from his robe and placed it in her hands. Turning to leave, the

mother of Judas Iscariot flung the pouch at Caiaphas sending the thirty pieces of silver clinking on the stone floor just as they had done hours earlier. Caiaphas moved toward her wanting to offer comfort in the death of her son. Running quickly down the corridor and through the door, she found herself back on the quiet streets and continued on her way, not knowing where to go.

The weather’s chill gripped her whole being. If only her son hadn’t been so headstrong, so rebellious. He could have been so much if he had only listened to the Master. Perhaps it was her fault for not insisting he learn the teachings of Jesus. She had hoped that just being with the Master and seeing him minister to every need would kindle in him a thirst for righteousness. He seemed happy enough to be included in the inner circle, though his attitude had remained cynical and self-serving. Certainly the Master had left the decision totally up to him and it was his personal choice to betray the one who loved him so much.

As she made her way through the darkness she found herself beholding a most awesome sight. There on the hill known as Golgotha hung three men on crosses. She stepped closer, being careful to stay in the shadows. How could this be happening?

How could her son betray the Saviour?

Standing there she observed John as he led Mary, the mother of Jesus, quietly away.

Close by stood Mary Magdalene, Mary, the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of Zebedee’s children. These women, she remembered, were the ones who followed Jesus from Galilee ministering to His needs; now they stood in the shadows silently ministering in His hour of greatest need.

Soldiers beneath the cross were casting lots for his clothing. She was filled with grief and despair. If only she had been there earlier, perhaps she could have spoke with Him and asked His forgiveness. Through the stillness, she lifted her eyes toward Jesus and heard as He spoke from the cross, “Father forgive them for they know not what they do.”

With tears streaming down her face she slipped away from the shadow of the cross and slowly made her way home to bury her son.

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he fun superficiality of the Chinese calendar actually runs deeply from observations made thousands of years ago that still apply to life today. Like Chinese medicine, the calendar is pervasive throughout all aspects of being human, affecting day to day living, farming, health care, etc. As we strive to live in harmony with our environment, we also notice how we change and respond with each season.

Each season corresponds to the Five Elements; fire/summer, metal/autumn, water/winter, wood/spring, and earth/ transitions, as well as internal organs, sound, direction, etc. The calendar also incorporates the Five Elements, and for the next two years the Metal element is prominent. Metal corresponds to the Lungs and Large Intestine, the respiratory and immune systems, elimination, the skin, and autumn.

Like the Lung and Large Intestine, the Metal element relates to the ability to receive what we need (oxygen and nutrients) and eliminate what is no longer necessary (carbon dioxide and waste). There is a certain amount of wisdom necessary in order to be able to understand the value in receiving what we need. This same wisdom is necessary to be able to let go of anything that no longer serves a purpose. I’ve always liked to the simple analogy of cleaning out a closet to explain Metal. During the process we find things that others may need and we give them away, and sometimes we come across something special that we have forgotten about, so we find it’s usefulness again. Metal also corresponds to giving

ourselves time to properly grieve, find acceptance, and let go. The season of autumn is the time of the Metal element.

Autumn represents maturity, the mature season of a human life.

The Rat became the first of the twelve animals in the Chinese calendar because the Rat used cleverness and skill to be the first animal to show up at the emperor’s gathering... and so we begin a new cycle.

History gave rats a bad reputation, but we also hear people say how rats will outlive a nuclear blast. They are known to be clever survivors. People that have rats for pets or observed rats in nature know that they are family oriented, adaptable, kind, creative and intelligent. People born in the year of the Rat (1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020) are known for these same characteristics as well as success, stealth, strength and the ability to solve problems that other people cannot.

The Year of the Metal Rat began January 25, 2020 and ends February 11, 2021. The key is to act with wisdom and intelligence, seeing the value in receiving what we need for ourselves and families, and having the maturity to release anything that no longer serves a purpose. There is potential for positive social change as we share and help one another when we are able, and accept help when offered during this phase of maturity.

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f you can do these two healthy eating tips consistently, you can avoid the foods that are most likely making you feel sick and are unhealthy.

The first healthy eating tip is to eat real, whole, unprocessed foods like vegetables, fruit, meat, nuts/seeds, and healthy fats/ oils. The more processed a food is, it's usually higher in sugar, preservatives, artificial colors, chemicals, and lower in real nutrients. Many processed oils and foods cause inflammation in the body and are suspected to contribute to several chronic health issues.

If you can eat real, whole, unprocessed foods about 80% of the time, you will reduce inflammation, feel more satisfied, and give your body the nutrients it needs to be healthier.

The second healthy eating tip is to try and eat protein with your carbohydrates (carbs). Your body needs some carbs every day for energy, but it’s better for your blood sugar, hormones, and energy levels to eat healthy carbs with some protein.

When you eat a meal/snack of just

carbs like crackers, bread, sweets, fruit, milk, juice, and soda, your blood sugar rises quickly. This results in a quick insulin spike that converts excess sugar to fat to get it out of the bloodstream, and then stores it for later. After a short time, your blood sugar crashes, you feel tired, and you're usually craving more carbs. This can create a vicious cycle that can lead to insulin resistance, type 2-diabetes, and inflammation in the body.

The solution is to try and balance your protein and healthy carbs at meals/ snacks. This will slow the absorption of sugar in the bloodstream preventing a blood sugar spike, helps control hunger, and provides energy that lasts.

If you can consistently try these two simple, healthy eating tips, you'll have more energy and most likely will start to feel better overall.

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olorado at its Best - the 8th Annual Carbon Valley Half Marathon! From Start to Finish, runners will tread upon Mining Town history via manicured trail systems, dirt paths & rural roads. Firestone's Central Park & the Firestone Trail are featured as well as Frederick’s Charming Downtown & Milevac Lake. The entire course has spectacular views of the Rockies.

Since 2013 this event & participants have raised $117,000 for Autism research. Our goal is to raise another $25,000 benefiting Children’s Hospital Colorado and research thru the Autism Treatment Network.

• Professional chip timed • 9 water stations • Swag bag, tech T’s and awesome finisher’s medal • Majestic views, clean air & open space • Beer/Cider garden & community Expo at the finish line.

Fun for the whole family! Come enjoy the event & run the 8th Annual Carbon Valley Half Marathon, 5K or Fun Run for a great cause!!

Register NOW: www.cvhalfmarathon.org Business Sponsorship opportunities are available!

Amber Hager Represents NOCO at 2020 Mrs. Colorado Pagent

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s a wife, homeschool mom of 5 beautiful children, business owner and hobby farm extraordinaire Amber Hager is currently representing Northern Colorado at the 2020 Mrs. Colorado pageant on May 30, 2020!

Hello business owners! I am pleased to announce that I have been selected to represent Northern Colorado at the Mrs. Colorado America in 2020. As Mrs. Northern Colorado, I will be competing at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in downtown Denver for the title of Mrs. Colorado America 2020 on May 30, 2020. This is a major event and as you can imagine, I’m very excited! I am looking to partner with at least five local businesses in my journey to the Mrs. Colorado America pageant.

Would you consider this opportunity to support me? As part of my sponsorship team, I would be pleased to promote your business by making on-site appearances, and personally promoting your business support on my personal and professional social media sites. In addition to all of this, your business will appear in pageant materials and handouts at the main event.

If you’re ready to join my team, please let me know. Thank you ahead of time for all of the financial support as well as all of your prayers and words of encouragements. Let’s hit the ground running.

Amber Hager, Mrs. Northern Colorado, 303.875.4151 www.facebook.com/MrsNorthernColorado

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New/Old Church in Carbon Valley

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here's a new church in the Carbon Valley area, but it's filled with an old heritage. On January 4, Frontier Church – Carbon Valley, officially launched in its new location, with a new name and a new vision. Coming from 125 years of service to Boulder, this church is committed to serving God and carries a legacy of going where God calls them, even if that means replanting into a new mission field. This small congregation is guided by a mighty purpose, desiring to Reach Up to God and His desire in their ministry, to Reach In as they disciple one another and lead each other in Christ's love. And to Reach Out, in turn being a blessing to others in the same way God has been a blessing to them. They are excited to be here and find their place in this community.

In keeping with the theme of their heritage, the church chose to name their group Frontier Church-Carbon Valley. In 1893, the church started in the frontier of westward expansion in Boulder. Since then, they have moved to two different locations in Boulder and have helped plant two other churches in Denver and Colorado Springs. Now they find themselves called to a new frontier (for them) in Carbon Valley. This goes hand in hand with the ongoing desire of the church to help people explore new frontiers in their relationships with God and other people. As a previously regional church, we wanted our new focus on community to be clear in our name and we have been getting to know/serve the area for almost a year now.

The church has been laying the groundwork for this move by exploring and serving the area for a year and a half now. Church member, Tiffany Rankhorn says, “We are absolutely taken with this town and its people. As we get our bearings in this new area, we have already met so many amazing people and hope to serve in love to all who need it.” The mission of Frontier Church is to grow a community of committed, multiplying followers of Jesus Christ. This requires inviting both our members and those who have not yet experienced a saving relationship with Jesus Christ to adopt a frontier mentality—reaching beyond the known—in pursuing new adventures in their relationship with God (UP), the church (IN) and the world (OUT).

Free Birthday greetings and Photo. Email high resolution photo and greeting to carbonvalley@gmail.com by the 15th of the month.

Happy 18th Birthday to. Our beautiful twins. Makenzie and Marissa Parker.

Turning 18 and Graduating High School this year. We are so proud of you.

Love N Mom, Dad, Makayla and Landen

Happy birthday Patrick Allour (Grandpa)!

Celebrating Feb. 16th

Happy 12th birthday Nora!

We love you!

Dad, Mom, Nadine and Grandma Pat

CV Seventh-Day Adventist Church 422 8th St. #A, Dacono, CO 80514 Sabbath School 9:45 A.M. Saturday Worship Service 11:15 A.M. Pastor Frank Wilson 720-939-5472 www.carbonvalleysda.org Northern Hills Christian Church Services & Sun. School at 9:09a & 10:44a Saturday Service at 5:05 p.m.

720-685-1717 www.NorthernHills.cc 5061 E. 160th Ave., Dacono/Brighton Pastor Thomas The Fort Foursquare Church Sunday Service 11:00am 4605 Colorado Blvd, Dacono Pastors Dave and Pat Findley 720.849.4891 thefortchurch@yahoo.com Breakthrough Ministries Pastor Tim Martinez Sunday service 10:00am & 6:00pm Wednesdays Bible study 6:30pm Monday prayer 6:30pm 530 Cherry St | 720.297.1997 Frederick St. Theresa Catholic Church 502 Walnut Street, Frederick Mass: Monday - Wednesday 8:30am Friday 8:30am Friday 6:00pm (Espanol) Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 7:00am and 10:00am, 12:00pm & 5:00pm (Espanol) (303) 833-2966 Fr. Hernan Florez, Pastor St. Brigit Episcopal Church Sun. Worship: 9:30am 110 Johnson St. Frederick 720-208-0280 www.stbrigit.org Pastor: Felicia SmithGraybeal

St. Dimitrie the New Orthodox Church Saturdays 6:00p Vespers, Bible Study Sun. 9:00a Matins;10:00a Divine Liturgy Sun. School 11:00a 6060 Puritan Lane, Frederick, CO 80516 303 460-7035; www.sfdimitrie.org Rev. Fr. Loan Bogdan L.I.F.E. Fellowship Sun. School & Services at 8:30a & 10:30a 451 Oak St., Frederick 303.304.1159 www.lifefrederick.org Pastor Brady Thornton Rocky Mountain Christian Church Frederick Campus Non-denominational Christian Sun. Worship 9:15 & 10:45 a.m.

5860 Majestic St (CR13 N. of Hwy 52), Frederick 303.652.2211 www.rocky.church Lead Pastor Matt Cote Rinn United Methodist Church Worship 9:30a Sun. School 10:45a Cowboy Fellowship Weds. 7:00p 3783 Bella Rosa Pkwy & I-25 W., Frontage Rd. 303-776-1578 rinnumc@hotmail.com Revered Bryson P. Lillie Cowboy Christian Fellowship Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m., Rinn UMC 3783 Bella Rosa Pkwy, Frederick Sue-Marie or Galen at 303-661-0841. or e-mail gasue303@msn.com.

Frederick Foursquare Spanish Church Sun. Services 10:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.

Wed. at 7:00 p.m. 720-933-7117 211 Dunmire St., Evanston, between Frederick and Firestone Pastor Laura Salazar Tri-Town Baptist Church Sun. School 9:00a Worship 10:00a & 5p Wed. King’s Kids 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 420 Johnson St. (Oak St.), Frederick 303-833-2826 www.tri-townbaptist.com Pastor Don Veazey

Happy Birthday Sista!

So wonderful to share this special day with you!! We love you N

Little Brother, You are so loved.

2020 can be a blessed year for you. Keep looking UP! Macy & Madi Aunt Kelly hopes your teen years go as smoothly as possible

Area Churches Dacono Frontier Church 701 Carbondale Dr. in Dacono (old New Horizons Christian Church) Service Saturdays 11am frontierchurchcv.com | 720.418.8400 PastorSteveO@gmail.com Pastor Steve Osborn

Happy Birthday to my beautiful fiancee, Suzanne Peck!

Happy 63rd Birthday, to most amazing Dad/ Grandpa, Tim Saenz Love you, Chrissy, Jason, Makayla, Makenzie,Marissa and Landen

To find out more about this old-new church, visit frontierchurchcv.com. They are pastored by Pastor Steve Osborn and are located at 701 Carbondale Dr. in Dacono (the building of New Horizons Christian Church) (720) 418-8400 PastorSteveO@gmail.com.

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Happy 6th Birthday Aubriella!!

We love you so much, thank you for bringing so many smiles to our faces!!

Love, Mom, Bella, and Andrew

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Sts 9029 Grand Mesa Avenue, Frederick Rinn Valley Ward Bishop Keith Lorimer 303-815-5059 Sacrament Meeting: 9 a.m.

Saddleback Ward Bishop Robert Briggs, 720-589-0515 Sacrament Meeting: 11 a.m.

Peak View Ward Bishop Ryan Bingham 720-290-6353 Sacrament Meeting: 1 p.m.

Firestone Purpose Church Worship Service Sun. at 10:30 a.m.

(303)651-1640 www.purpose.church Coal Ridge M.S., 6201 Booth Dr, Firestone Pastor Brian Thompson Grace Point Community Church Firestone, CO 80520 720-217-3407 www.go2gracepoint.com Pastor Tim Lyon Bnai Yisra’ĕl in YHUH Firstone, CO 80504 7th day Sabbath Fellowship in Firestone 970-430-8594 Carbon Valley Lutheran Worship Sundays, 10am Centennial Elementary 10290 Neighbors Parkway, Firestone 720.833.8873 www.carbonchurch.com Pastor Tim Spiegelberg

Grace Church-Sandstone Worship Sunday 9:00 & 10:45am 2950 Colorful Ave, Longmont 80504 303-772-5685 www.GraceLongmont.org Pastor Jeff Foote Erie St. Luke Orthodox Church (Eastern Rite) 8:00 a.m. Orthros, 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy, Sun. School 11:15 a.m.

303 665-4013 (www.stlukeorthodox.org) 722 Austin Ave. Erie CO 80516 Fr. David Mustian, Pastor

If your church is in our circulation area or an ad client: Carbon Valley, Mead and Erie—please e-mail information and we will be happy to list it here, free of charge, to carbonvalley@gmail.com.

Life Song Church of Erie Sun. School 9:15a Service 10:15a 303-828-1040 www.lifesongchurch.org 500 Briggs St., Erie St. Scholastica Catholic Church 615 Main St., Erie 303-828-4221 www.stscholasticaerie.org Pastor: Fr. Robert Wedow Mass: Tues 6p; Wed-Fri 9a Sat 7:30m, 4p; Sun 8:30a 11:30a Communion Service: Monday 9:00am La Iglesia Bautista Messiahville le ofrece un servicio Cristiano en Espanol todos los Lunes alas 7:00 p.m. La direccion es 4700 County Road 6 en Erie Transportacion gratis llame | 303-669-5180 Rejoice Lutheran Church Sun. Worship 9:30am 3413 Lowell Lane, Erie.

303-828-3953 www.rejoicelutheran.net Pastor Ruby Narucki New Hope Fellowship/Erie Baptist Church Corner of Cheeseman & High, Erie Sun. 10:00 am & Children’s 10:30 am (303) 828-0638 Pastor Dr. Mitch Gardner Calvary Bible Church 615 Evans St. - Erie Sunday Services at 9am and 10:30am Pastor Thomas Milburn Office: 303-442-3484 www.calvarybible.com Impact Rock Church (303) 835-4214 www.impactrock.com 470 Briggs St Erie, CO 80516 Erie United Methodist Church 604 Holbrook St, Erie (across Town Hall) Sun. School 9:30a.m. (for all ages) Worship 10:30 a.m. Nursery provided 303-828-3906 Pastor Jim Calhoun

Orchard Community Church Sunday Services 10:00 am Erie High School, 3180 County Road 5 Erie, Colorado 80516 (303) 485-0922 orchardcommunity.church Pastor Gary Shackleton, Jr. Northern Ridge Baptist Church Sun. School 9 am Worship 10:15 am Midweek Bible studies various days and locations Meets at Vista Ridge Academy behind King Soopers 3100 Ridge View Dr. Erie, CO 303-420-5810 www.northernridge.org Pastor Mike DeVries Mead Abundant Life Church Sun. Service & Sun. School 10:00a 970-535-0311 4380 Hwy. 66 (.3 mile east of I-25 on S) revspeaks@gmail.com Pastor Jim Coleman Guardian Angels Catholic Church 109 S. 3rd St. Mead, CO 80542 Daily Mass: Mon 5:30p Tu-Th 7:30a Fri 8:30am Sat Anticipatory Mass: 5:30 pm Sun. 7:30, 9:00 & 10:30 am 1st Sunday: 6:00p mass 970-535-0721 info@meadangels.org Rev. Alan Hartway, Administrator Mead United Methodist Church Sun. Worship - 9:00am 511 Palmer Ave, Mead, (970)535-4249 Pastor Phil Vogels Grandview Church Meets at Mead Middle School Sunday 9:30am 620 Welker Ave. Mead 720.899.1126 Pastor Bruce Hendrich

Longmont New Creation Church 737 Bross Street, Longmont, CO 80501 www.newcreation.net 303-776-4225 Sundays: 8:30 and 10:45 AM Pastor Mario Latini Grace Church-Lake Park Worship Sunday 9:00 & 10:45am 2415 Lake Park Drive, Longmont 80503 303-772-5685 www.gracelongmont.org Pastor Jeff Foote Candlelight Christian Fellowship of Longmont | Sherman Village 1225 Ken Pratt Blvd., Suite 228, Longmont, CO 80501 Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.

Pastor Paul Van Noy www.candlelightlongmont.org | 720.526.0957 Ft. Lupton Destiny Church 307 S Fulton Ave, Fort Lupton www.yourdestinychurch.org Sunday at 10am, Wed at 7pm plus children, teen ministries & small groups Rob Rocca, Pastor Lafayette Flatirons Community Church 355 W South Boulder Road, Lafayette Sat. 4p & 6p and Sun. 9a & 11a 303-664-5524 | Jim Bergen Northern Hills Church Meets Sundays at 9:00 and 10:45am 5061 E. 160th Ave Brighton, CO (Hwy 7) 720.685.1717 www.northernhills.cc | Pastor Rob Kelly Living Water Church 700 W South Boulder Rd, Lafayette lwc.us 303-668-1329

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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 (Charlie) J. Sigman

Richard Joseph Vogl

Charles (Charlie) J. Sigman, 72, of Dacono, Colorado died January 13, 2020.

Charlie was born in Sturgis, South Dakota to Charles W. and Anne (Backes) Sigman.

He served in the U.S. Army with the First Air Cavalry Division from 1967 to 1968 with his time spent in Vietnam. On November 7, 1970, Charlie married Clarissa Peden in Longmont, CO. They made their home in Dacono. Charlie work for Aramark in their Refreshment Division for 43 years, retiring in 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Charlie is survived by his loving wife Clarissa of 49 years; son Charles Sigman and wife Shannon of Dacono; daughter Elizabeth Cuffel and husband Andrew of Berthoud; four grandchildren Haylee Sigman, Charlie Sigman, Lauren Cuffel and Taylor Cuffel; three brothers Paul Adcock, Jerry Sigman and Randy Sigman; five sisters Charlotte McClelland, Judy Huck, Kathy Huck, Vickie Humble and Susie Young.

Richard Joseph Vogl passed away January 5, 2020 at his home, in the loving company of his wife and children. He was 92 years old.

Richard was born on September 25, 1927 in Longmont, CO to Ferdinand and Pearl (Sprague) Vogl. He worked on a farm while growing up and attended school until the 11th grade. Richard joined the U.S. Army, stationed in Spokane, WA, serving as a nurse.

On October 23, 1949 he married Margaret L. Popineau. In 1953 Richard took over the family farm, and was a dairy farmer his entire career until his “retirement” in 1999. Richard was a hard-working, humble man of faith, who cherished his family, who, in turn, cherished him. Being a farmer, he didn’t have much time for leisure, but when he did, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and traveling in his retirement years.

He also spent his “retirement” doing farm work for his children, doing irrigation work in the summer sun with his pickup truck, shovel, and muddy boots, resting in the afternoons in a chair with his beloved Margaret on the South, sunny deck and patio of their home.

To his children, and each subsequent generation, Richard passed down his strong morals and values and his love for God and family. Richard was respected by his family for his quiet, soft-spoken and non-judgmental demeanor. He accepted all who married into his wonderful family as his own blood relatives. He had a most special ornery wit and a special way of passing on his personality and values as an inspiration to others.

While battling Alzheimer’s disease with gentleness and dignity for 14 years, he kept his personality and wit, and built dozens of jigsaw puzzles which are framed and prominently and proudly displayed in several of his childrens’, grand childrens’, and great-grandchildrens’ homes. They are cherished keepsakes that will be

May 17, 1947 – January 13, 2020

A Memorial Service was held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 25th at the Moose Lodge, 2210 Pratt St, Longmont, CO 80501. Burial was set for a future date at the Fort Meade National Cemetery in Sturgis, SD along with a Memorial Service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to TRU Community Care, PACE: Palliative Care Hospice Supportive Services www.trucare.org.

Alice E. Smith

Alice E. Smith born in Colorado in 1944, where she lived for most of her life. She moved, with family occasionally but always returned back to Colorado. The last twelve years of her life was spent in Dacono, in a home where grandchildren and great grandchildren visited daily. She had a drive for making people feel welcome through her witty humor, amazing food and a warm home.

A passion for her six children, her fifteen grandchildren, and six great grandchildren! A foster mother to many, a sister to four and a best friend. She loved to love and be loved, she will be missed greatly.

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Grief Workshops in February and March "Grieving a Loss by Suicide" workshop • Register on Flatirons website, FlatironsChurch.com/West • West Campus, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27; 6:30p - 8:00p • No cost; Facilitators welcome but not required

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ualified Listeners will be hosting the 2nd Annual Vet Connect connecting Veterans to Veterans, connecting Families to Families, connecting Veterans to Resources, and connecting Veterans to Jobs. Connect with over 30 qualified VA and non-VA resources. Find out what services and resources are available to you and get your questions answered. Meet employers who focus on hiring Veterans or their families.

Saturday, March 14, 2020 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Embassy Suites & Conference Center 4705 Clydesdale Parkway | Loveland, CO | Free Admission, Plenty of Parking Qualified Listeners is a Veteran & Family Resource Hub serving northern Colorado and southern Wyoming. For more information visit www.QualifiedListeners. org or call 720-600-0860.

Grief Recovery Workshop - West Campus - February 29 • Register on Flatirons website, FlatironsChurch.com • West Campus, Saturday, Feb 29, 9a - 3p, Cost: $10 • Facilitators needed!

Sign up for a training & workshop • 8-Week Grief Focused Home Groups to follow

Grief Recovery Workshop - Lafayette Campus - March 14 • Register on Flatirons website, FlatironsChurch.com • Lafayette Campus, Saturday, March 14, 9a - 3p • Facilitators needed!

Sign up for a training & workshop • 8-Week Grief Focused Home Groups to follow More info from Karl Shackelford at 720-382-9420 karl@peaksandcreeks.com

passed down for generations to honor his legacy.

They are a reminder that Richard is not gone, but that he is just waiting for the rest of us to join him on a chair on his south facing deck in Paradise.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Ferdinand and Pearl (Sprague) Vogl, his brothers Albert, George, Robert, Edward, and Francis Vogl, his sisters Virginia Connolly, Marilyn, and Beverly Vogl, and his great-granddaughter Taylor.

He is survived by his beloved wife Margaret, his sons Jim (Denise) Vogl and John (Miracle) Vogl, daughters, Debbie (Carl) Stinar and Jerri (Tom) Stinar, his grandchildren Tracie, Shane, John, Travis, Jamie, Roger, Jennifer, Courtney, Scott, Jacob, Joseph, Nichole, Luke, Kellie and Ashley, his great-grandchildren Alex, Kimberlie, Frank, Victor, Hailey, Miles, Violet, Kevin, Julia, Paige, Abigail, Carter, Lily, Tucker, Dawson, Scarlett, and Landon, and his great great-grandchildren Aiden, Mason, and Logan.

A visitation was held from 4:006:00pm, with Rosary prayers beginning at 6:00pm, at Ahlberg Funeral Chapel, Thursday, January 9, 2020. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00am Friday, January 10, 2020 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.

Interment at Longmont Mountain View Cemetery. A reception followed at the interment at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church or The St. Teresa Catholic Church Building Fund.

Visit www.ahlbergfuneralchapel.com to share condolences.

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Winner in the Education Category is Melissa Allen with Frederick High School.

Winners in the Community Adult Category are Fred Skates and Joe & Candi Dunigan.

Winners in the Community Youth Category are Brian Wilkinson and Keira Pepper.

Each January Rotary recognizes area citizens who go above and beyond to make a positive impact on the community. Rotary has presented 56 awards at their annual event since 2007. For more info call 303-596-7731 or email info@carbonvalleyrotary.org Pictured: Brian Wilkinson, Fred Skates, Joe & Candi Dunigan, Melissa Allen, and Keira Pepper

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