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an you think of anything better than a gathering of family and friends to watch a favorite team play? Having food at that gathering is a must! Right?!! Ultimate Victory Sauces enhance most of those foods. From wings to burgers to nachos to pasta—these sauces are used as marinades and condiments too. Ultimate Victory Sauces is one of Frederick’s newest businesses but they need investors. This local, woman-owned business is seeking investors through Kickstarter. For those of you not familiar with Kickstarter, it’s an organization to help inventors seek money for their ideas and inventions. Kickstarter campaigns make ideas into reality. It’s where creators share new visions for creative work with the financial communities that will come together to fund them. Who is this woman who turned a dream into the reality of connecting a food sauce to match an NFL team? Frederick’s Pamela Ambrose, that’s who. She named her business Match Ups Foods and created Ultimate Victory Sauces. There are eight sauces completely developed, with 32 total on the list. These products are inspired by the love of sports and regional and ethnic foods. You are probably wondering if there is a Bronco sauce. Glad you asked. Mile High Green Chili Sauce -Denver Broncos, of course! We love our green chili don’t we?! I remember going to Michigan

and asking for green chili for my food and they had no idea what I was talking about. To see a complete list of sauces planned, scan this QR Code with your smart phone and it will take you to Pamela’s #Kickstarter page. She says, “Girl on a mission!!!! I have

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Her determination is infectious, in a very good way, folks. Our phone conversation was filled with excitement, positivity and most of all, belief in her products and ability to achieve her goals. You can view a video of her shopping for fresh produce and spices and watch the production and preparation of Ultimate Victory Sauces on her Kickstarter page. It really is exciting to know she’s one of our own neighbors. Scott H. said, “The Music City Hot Chicken Marinade/Hot Oil Combo is an AWESOME marinade for deep fried chicken tenders. Drizzling the chicken tenders with the hot oil really added a powerful kick of hot felt on the back of the tongue!!!” If you are interested in supporting our neighbor, scan the QR Code. There is actually no risk involved. When Pamela Ambrose raises the money, you receive benefits based on your investment. If Pamela does not raise the necessary funding, you don’t pay anything. Match Ups Foods is partnering with Kitchen Network Bottling in Denver for manufacturing and production of the products. The campaign is to raise $50,000 by July 26. For more information check out her Kickstarter page or join her group at https://www.facebook.com/

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Pay Attention Letter to the Editor by Linda Haney

t’s so easy to get distracted, like this woman. Maybe she’s chatting with her friend about a new waterpark her town wants to build. It sounds like so much fun and opposite of the stifling confinement of 2020. Maybe they’re creating memes of themselves flirting with the lifeguards while floating along the Lazy River in their new bathing suits. Or maybe they’re excited about the possibility of pot shops in their town and discussing the amount she should buy for her little brother’s seventeenth birthday party. That lapse of awareness is going to cost her, though. Inside that wallet are her cash, credit cards, driver’s license, and insurance card, basically all the tools to highjack her life. While she is distracted with all the future entertainment she could have, someone else is focused. He’s counting on her inattention because he has an agenda and wants her money. She might learn the hard way to pay attention to her surroundings. As I listened to the Board of Trustees meeting on Wednesday and read the emailed Board of Trustees Action Items on a proposed water park and pot shops, I had this feeling of impending danger, like I was entering an unsafe environment. Like I should check my wallet. It’s not that I’m against water parks or pot. We took on $17m debt for the Firestone Police Facility. Saw the plans, saw the cost, and voted, yes. The recent money borrowed by the town for a new Town Hall ($10 million), new Public Works

building ($3 million), and a massive Water Treatment Plant ($50 million and rising), well, we were not presented with the plans and costs ahead of time so we could cast an informed vote. Almost forgot. With the paint barely dry, AJ is renovating the new courtroom in the PD to give himself a big boardroom. I’m still searching for that cost. The other numbers are conservative and approximate, the best I can figure because the town isn’t transparent with our debt. Source: 2020 Colorado Annual Financial Report, 2020 Budget, and 2020 Five Year Capital Improvement Plan. Best guess, $80m is a lowball estimate of the financial burdens we, the taxpayers of Firestone, are obligated to pay over the next 20 something years…not counting an estimated $30m waterpark and whatever else When we bought our house, the salesman from Journey Homes told us the Town was planning to build a city

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park behind us. It gave us a great feeling about the neighborhood and all the fun we could have there with our grandkids. Later, found It wasn’t true. We were sold a dream. I understand this has happened in other neighborhoods, like Barefoot Lakes, where buyers were promised free access to the lakes. Maybe some of them even bought a boat in anticipation. We know how that turned out. If you’ve ever had occasion to sit through a time-share presentation, you know what I’m talking about. They present all the great parts of building family memories at their lovely resorts. Only later do you find out what it’s really going to cost and that, even after paying off the loan, you’re committed to rising maintenance fees until your death. The quiet part is the Town Hall and Water Treatment Facility projects were driven by AJ. His dream, your money. There was no Power Point at a Town Meeting, no proposed designs, no avenue for a citizen to evaluate these costs for themselves, no transparency. Firestone voters passed the carefully worded 2A, but had no idea the fine print meant a blank check for AJ to spend millions on whatever he wanted, like a new corner office. Like the girl getting her wallet stolen, why isn’t someone calling out for the thief to stop? No one is watching. Somebody is picking your pocket. Pay attention because the Trustees we voted in to represent us, aren’t.

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 Mead will receive $1,189,135.69 in two, equal installments from the federal American Rescue Plan. Final guidelines for how this funding can be used have not yet been issued.  The construction of Ziggi’s Coffee and World Headquarters in downtown Mead is moving full speed ahead with a projected opening in late fall.  Responsible Growth: Magellan Advisors have launched a community survey asking residents about broadband needs and

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 Well, it is officially HOT in Firestone! What a way to start the summer season.  I hope to see everyone at the 19th Annual 4th at Firestone event! The celebration of Independence Day in Firestone explodes with a day full of activities including a patriotic parade, live music, great food and an evening event filled with fun and fireworks. Please

concerns. This survey is an opportunity to share your experiences, needs and issues with high-speed internet services at home or at your business: https://bit.ly/bjmmbroadbandsurvey. This feedback will guide the next steps in determining broadband options for Mead.  Reliable Infrastructure: The town received 6 bids for the Third Street Reconstruction Project and selected Asphalt Specialties Company from Henderson, Colorado. The Third Street Reconstruction Project will start at WCR 34 ½ and go to the edge of the town limits, just north of Willow Drive. The project also includes concrete sidewalk with curb and gutter. Work on 3rd Street (WCR 7) is expected to begin later this summer.  Public Safety: Community Service Officer, Amber Burtis, attended Essential Animal Services Training. This class provides a multi-tiered learning experience that focuses on practical training and equips CSO Burtis with the tools needed, not only for duties in animal control, but also animal cruelty investigations.  Fiscal Stability: The Town of Mead recently received a

Revitalize Main Street Grant for $149,999 to help fund signage in Mead. Our Know Your Roads project was designed to fabricate and install destination signs, an electronic sign, pedestrian and bicycle signs, and trail navigation signs throughout the town. Ultimately, this type of funding is a way to stretch dollars as far as they will go, while benefiting the public and residents.  Connected Community: Get ready for Mead’s Rockin’ N Reelin’: Thursday Night Music and Movies! Each Thursday night we will host a free concert or movie in Mead Town Park. Enjoy food trucks, kid’s activities, yard games, & beer garden. Activities start at 5:30, bands play from 6:30-8 p.m., and movies begin at dusk. For more information and a detailed list of all recreation, youth sports, and events planned for 2021 go to http://bit.ly/ meadcommunityguide. Subscribe to our monthly Mead Messenger and email notifications: https://bit.ly/2St4Ye7. If you are new to Mead, check out our Resident Information webpage!

As a result, water usage soars in the summer as we do our darndest to keep our lawns looking beautiful, lush, and green. Now is an excellent time to take advantage of a free sprinkler consultation. The Town of Frederick partners with Resouce Central to help you customize your watering schedule to reduce water usage, which will help with your water bill!  Have you heard? We are FRED! You may notice this saying or see it in our Town buildings and wonder what it means. It is a reminder of the culture we are cultivating internally with Town team members to consider Family, Respect, Empowerment, and Dedication in our daily interactions. Of course, this thinking carries over into our interactions with you – the community!

 Have you signed up for CodeRED? We want to make sure you are prepared for an immediate emergency such as police activity in your neighborhood, severe weather events, and more.  Seeing everyone at events is one of my favorite things about being the Mayor. Being able to chat about what’s on your mind and hearing about your concerns, suggestions and compliments drives us to continue to do our best for our growing community. I look forward to seeing you at Tee & Tea Time at Bella Rosa on Tuesday, July 6, your neighborhood’s Community Tour & Talk, and of course at Chainsaws & Chuckwagons this month!  Town of Frederick Mayor, Tracie Crites

visit www.ﬁrestoneco.gov/4thatFirestone for all of the event details.  With it being so hot and dry, I encourage everyone to leave the fireworks to the professionals. Please remember that any personal fireworks that leave the ground are illegal within the Town of Firestone.  We continue to be busy at our Board Meetings and have a lot going on. I invite you to stay connected and get involved! Here are a few ways for you to be a part of our planning processes:  Attend the 1st Community Meeting for the Historic Firestone Neighborhood Plan on Tuesday, July 13th at 6PM at Town Hall. Join us for a dialogue to identify issues and opportunities and begin establishing a vision for the neighborhood. Visit www.ﬁrestoneco.gov/HFNP for more information.

 The Board continues to meet about the Central Park Master Plan Project during our Work Sessions, held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. Join us on July 21st, we want your input and you to be a part of the decision-making process. Visit www.ﬁrestoneco.gov/CentralPark for more information.  Join the Board of Trustees on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 6:30-7:30PM for a Chat with a Trustee Event. These events provide a great opportunity to speak with Firestone’s elected officials, ask questions and discuss issues or concerns related to the Town of Firestone. All events will be held in the Training Room at the Firestone Police Department (9900 Park Avenue).  Thank you for your support. It is an honor to be your Mayor. Mayor Bobbi Sindelar

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he Firestone Free Thinkers 4-H club held their monthly meeting on June 6th at Rinn Valley Church in Frederick. This month Ryan Sardonia and Sloan Darby gave their required demonstrations. Ryan gave a demonstration on the 4 shooting positions for the .22 air rifle. Ryan demonstrated prone, standing, kneeling and sitting, utilizing a walking cane to represent his air rifle. Sloan gave a demonstration on how to properly get your baked cake out of the pan. Sloan demonstrated the required steps to prepare your pan and then successfully extracted a perfect cake! The entire 4-H group will be walking with banners in the Carbon Valley 4th of July Parade. Our next meeting will be directly following the parade. Youth who are 8 years of age and have not reached their 19th birthday on or before 12/31/2021 may enroll in a 4-H club as a traditional member. Youth who are 5-7 can enroll in 4-H as a Cloverbud. The Firestone Free Thinkers 4-H club invites any youth and their parents to discover 4-H at our next meeting. For more information on joining the Firestone Free Thinkers 4-H club you can visit the Weld County 4H page at weld4h.org, leaders Ron Martin and Luke Darby’s contact information can be found on the 4H website.

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Firestone Couple Pivots Church Ministry to Include Carpet Care

o would believe that carpet cleaning would be the ministry God called us too while living in Pennsylvania?” Eve Toth says, “We actually thought we were moving to Longmont, Colorado, a town we’d never heard of, to start a church.” Eve is the wife of Chris Toth. They are the owners of New Life Carpet Cleaning. Well, they did start a church and then COVID hit. Church moved to their home in Firestone and now that society is opening up, Chris and Eve needed to figure out how to sustain their church ministry. So, they pivoted, like many other businesses. Their pivot included offering New Life through the Lord to new life offered to carpets too. When you have a special part of your heart that wants to help people, you work to find ways to do that. Some of the Toth’s special memories include cleaning the carpet of a single mom who provides daycare for five children in her home. “Another special memory is cleaning the carpet for someone who was close to retirement age and lost their job because of COVID,” says Eve. “We also have a soft spot for other local, small businesses and our communities.” New Life Carpet Cleaning has several points that make them stand out in the crowd of competition: • Flat rate, all-inclusive pricing • Eco friendly sanitization • Super-fast drying, low moisture • Easy scheduling via their website • 100% non-toxic, fragrance free, hypoallergenic • Rids of allergens, pet dander, dust mites • Hospital grade disinfectant to eliminate bacteria and viruses • Prolongs life of carpet • Also cleans rugs, upholstery, hard surfaces, tile, and do carpet repairs • Evenings by special appointment • 14-day 100% Happiness Guarantee Chris and Eve Toth put a lot of value on their belief of Biblical values, so they want clients to know they stand by their services. That’s also why they highlight their guarantee. Plus, they have an easy-to-use online booking feature for residential, commercial and ministry services. Marie S. of Firestone said, “This company did a super job on cleaning both the carpet and the hard surfaces of my rental unit. This was the 3rd carpet cleaning company I have tried in the past couple of years. Relieved to finally have found owners who are great communicators, are trustworthy, while also doing a thorough job. I am a loyal customer now. Give them a try. I am sure you will feel the same!” If you have embarrassing spots on your carpet and no time to hand-scrub them yourself, call New Life Carpet Cleaning today. You can enjoy 10% off your first booking by mentioning this article in your local paper. Simply go to www.newlifecarpet.cleaning or email chris@newlifecarpet.cleaning for more information or to schedule your cleaning. Search for them on Facebook also or call/text 720.772.8565.

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ocal retired high school theatre, language arts and journalism teacher, Theresa Collins, has opened a new yoga studio in the Carbon Valley, called Sattva Yoga. “Never having stepped foot in a yoga studio, I was a bit intimidated to attend my first class. I worried I would be judged for not knowing the words, the poses or for not being a part of the “yoga in crowd. I worried about triggering my chronic low back issues & was nervous I wouldn’t be able to keep up in class due to my spine fusion. I am so glad I ignored my mental nay saying & allowed myself to show up. I was pleasantly surprised at how welcoming Theresa & the other instructors at Sattva Yoga were. They are well educated in body alignment and offered various suggestions to work around my fusion & spondylolisthesis. This knowledge is crucial for anyone that suffers with back issues. Whether you have practiced yoga before or not, the instructors will meet you where you are at on your journey. I love the judgement free zone, the encouragement & my newfound flexibility!” says Tarasa Escoubas. I thought it appropriate to start the article this way because Tarasa answered the questions most newbies ask or think about. And visiting the website www.sattvayogacv. com will add to the enticement of checking out the new, beautiful studio, along with the photos in this article. Theresa says, “Yogo is for everybody and every body.” Isn’t that encouraging?! Like many people who took the plunge towards their dreams, Theresa decided after a year of COVID restrictions, she was going to pursue her passion, as well. So she located a facility and went to work on renovations. It’s a beautiful, peaceful and welcoming studio. Several yoga instructors are available to choose from with class and time variety also. Theresa is looking for any local yoga teachers who would like to join her team. Students will find acceptance, calm, and no judgment, in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. Plus you become a part of the yoga community, make new friends, learn to give your body what it needs all while letting go of stress. That’s a lot of benefits from stretching and posing! “Poses are not all you do at Sattva Yoga,” Theresa says. “You also learn to breath. Breathing is a very valuable exercise that, when done correctly, helps you calm your mind and get in touch with your body.” And that goes for even those without one athletic bone in their body. Sattva Yoga is also offering a book group. She hopes groups will get together and read and discuss books that help us live better, healthier lives and become better people overall. This is one way Theresa will get involved with the community at large. Theresa loves to read and practice yoga, but also travel, create, walk, hike and bike, and cook. Stop by Sattva Yoga Studio today and meet Theresa and her instructors. They are open seven days a week so check out the website for times. You can email her at Theresa.sattvayoga@gmail.com or call 303.834.8305. The studio is located at 8245 W. I-25 Frontage Road, Unit 4, Frederick, CO 80516.

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though our Child Advocacy Centers and CASA programs, will continue to do our work, but we need the community’s help.” Influential leaders from around the community have signed up for shifts to read names throughout the event. Life Stories welcomes all community members to take a turn on-stage and participate in this impactful event by reading a selection of names. To join the movement by purchasing a shirt or making a donation visit www.lifestoriesweld.org/save-janeweld. Then come and watch as we read the names on July 15. About Life Stories Life Stories is a Greeley non-profit organization serving abused and neglected children in Weld County through our three programs: CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), Child Advocacy Centers of Weld County, and Darkness to Light Stewards of Children. We have provided child victims of sexual abuse with the services needed to heal for over 20 years.

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ybercriminals are targeting people all over the country with their scams to steal your money electronically. This is happening in various industries, including real estate. In short, hackers are monitoring emails during transactions and then providing instructions to wire your money to a fraudulent bank account. A Buyer or Seller can lose tens, if not hundreds of thousands of dollars and this has happened right here in Colorado. The Colorado Real Estate Commission published the following: How do the scams work? Often the computer hackers monitor email exchanges between the parties of a real estate transaction and gain specific information, such as the buyer and seller names, subject property address and file numbers. As the closing date approaches and arrangements are made to wire the money to the closing company, or wire the proceeds from the sale of the house to the sellers, the scammer will send a last-minute email from a hijacked account or similar looking email address updating the wiring instructions to request the money be transferred into a fraudulent bank account. The email looks legitimate and often contains the transaction specific information the hackers obtained in the body of the email or as an attachment. “This scam reflects the increasing technical sophistication of computer hackers and all home buyers and sellers are potential victims,” noted Waters. Buyers and sellers can take just five minutes by reading the below tips to protect themselves from becoming a victim of wire fraud: • Verbally contact your broker: Prior to wiring any money, you should always verbally contact your real estate broker to confirm that the wiring information is accurate. Do not rely on telephone numbers or website addresses provided within an unverified email. • Do not email financial information: Emails and texts are not secure methods to transmit financial information. • Keep a record of websites that hold your financial information: And before providing that information, confirm that the websites in which you input financial information are secure. Look for the URL to start HTTPS, the “S” stands for secure. • Don’t click on links: Don’t use links in emails to get to websites. Instead, search and find the company and directly link to their website from your search. • Update your computer: Keep your operating system, browser and security software up-to-date. This is a very real threat, so be careful with the wiring of your money for any reason. The short time it takes to independently verify any changes is well worth your time. Double check by calling your Realtor with any questions. Greg Zadel: 2011 Realtor of the Year, Colorado Association of Realtors | 2008 President, Colorado Association of Realtors | Zadel Realty | 303-833-3012 | 8110 WCR 13 S-4 | Firestone greg@zadelrealty.com |

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alk about some unusual weather this year so far, from a land spout tornado to 100-degree temperatures numerous days in row. We always get asked about the upcoming wildland season, and just as the last few years, it is looking to be another busy year. Even with all the rain we received in early Spring that was extremely needed, this allowed everything to become green and lush, now with these extreme temperatures all the foliage is drying out quickly, creating a highly flammable fuel bed. We are all keeping our fingers crossed for a slow year, but your fire district is preparing for the worst here locally and regionally. The State Legislation session just ended in mid-June. There was a lot of legislation that came down that effected your fire district. One of the most disturbing new pieces of legislation was Senate Bill 293. This bill lowers the residential assessment rate and nonresidential assessment rate beginning in 2022. This is great for all of us taxpayers. However, for a special district like your fire district, this is detrimental. As many of you may remember the

fire district tried to curb this from happening in 2018 and again in 2020 by bringing forth a couple of ballot initiatives to our citizens. Unfortunately, these initiatives did not pass, and now what we were trying to plan for and get ahead of, has happened. Once again, our revenue is going to be reduced through state or federal mandates. The ballot initiatives were put forth to help stabilize the property taxes for the fire district so we could continue to provide and enhance services to our growing Carbon Valley community. As a special district we are funded by over 93% of property taxes alone. We do not receive funding from the Towns of Frederick or Firestone, nor the State or County. We are a stand-alone governmental agency providing you all-hazards protection of fire, emergency medical service, special rescue, and a caveat of other services each and every day. When our funding is cut by state legislation, it makes it difficult to grow the services we have all come to love and depend on in the Carbon Valley area. Unfortunately, the next few years appears to be just like last year where the district’s funding is reduced by numerous external factors, while our community continues to grow leaps and bounds. We would think with all the new homes being built and new businesses coming in our assessed evaluations would increase. This is true, but as new legislation is implemented, assessment rates drop, oil and gas revenues drop due to permitting legislation, federal and state unfunded mandates, a global pandemic, and the property only being reassessed every two years, our funding for growth simply keeps sliding

farther and farther behind. The District’s Board of Directors, Executive Staff, and personnel are working diligently and looking for ways to pivot in a very difficult time of finding balance within a growing community and ways to continue providing the exceptional service many of you have experienced and many more that someday unfortunately will have to. Statics show that 80% of us will have to call 9-1-1 for emergency services in our lifetime. We here at FrederickFirestone Fire District want to make sure we are always ready for that call and have the availability to get to you in the quickest amount of time to ensure your life, a family members life, or your property can be taken care of by our exceptional men and women who serve the community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and never taking a day off. We are always here, for you and to serve you. We are a family here at Frederick-Firestone Fire District who serve you and strive daily to add value to your life. We are doing things daily to ensure our community remains safe and economically viable. It is just not about the 9-1-1 calls; it is about everything else we do in the background to improve your quality of life. We lead together, by serving together. Frederick-Firestone Fire District personnel hope that you had a wonderful 4th of July and stayed safe while celebrating. Respectfully yours in service. Jeremy A. Young – Fire Chief Frederick-Firestone Fire District

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Food for the Soul: Why You Should Care about Bible Geography

ible Geography can be fascinating, but I’ve always enjoyed studying maps and learning to explore and appreciate places within the Rocky Mountains. If you are not naturally inclined toward geography, but have a love for the Bible, how might you be inspired to take a closer look? Let me give you five reasons why I believe Bible Geography has importance for Christians today. #1 The Bible is real history and within the pages of Scripture are described real places. These real and physical places have a geography that sometimes influenced the actions that people took. In other words, if the land was different, the events may have been influenced to produce a different outcome. Pay attention to the geography of Old Testament narratives and think about how the physical nature of the land played a role. For example, the geography for the location of Jerusalem is one of the most significant reasons why it took so long for Israel to finally capture and hold it for its own. It wasn’t until King David’s reign that Jerusalem finally was possessed long term by the people of God. #2 Studying the geography of the Bible helps us to visualize these places,

the events, and the people we read about in the Bible. The more we can visualize the narratives and descriptions in the Bible, the better we are able to understand and learn from what happened. #3 Like number 2, visualizing these places helps us to have emotional connections to what occurred in the lives of the real people of the Bible. The Bible is always relevant because we, like those of old, share in human nature. When we go beyond visualizing and start making connections to the people and places we read about, then the more we will identify with and relate to the people and their choices. This is helpful in making spiritual applications to our lives. #4 When we study geography it helps us have a greater appreciation for the events and the people of the Bible. If you (or someone you know) have traveled to and visited the lands of the Bible you know exactly what this is about. If you haven’t, then pay attention to others when they talk about having visited the Holy Lands. There is something meaningful about the actual places of the Bible, but you don’t have to go there, you only need to know something of the geography to gain this benefit. There

are sources online that offer very good photographs and video footage to help us visual learners grasp the lay of the land. For example, I found aerial footage of the road from Jerusalem to Jericho that gave me a great perspective on the story of the Good Samaritan that Jesus told in Luke 10. Do some digging online for yourself about the places of the Bible and take in the awe that is stirred up in your heart. #5 There is an apologetic value in knowing something about Bible geography. The term apologetics is about offering a defense for someone or something. Probably you’ve heard about Christian Apologetics. This is the study and practice of defending the existence of God, of defending that the Bible is God’s Holy Word, defending that Jesus actually rose from the dead, etc. So when I say there is apologetic merit in studying Bible geography what I mean is that when the Bible describes a place or a geographic feature of a place, these places and features actually exist. This substantiates the accuracy of the Bible, and for some, helps to build their trust in the Scriptures. After all, if the Bible described cities and features

that were not historically or geographically accurate, then I wouldn’t be writing this article, I wouldn’t have left my career in education, and I wouldn’t be a Christian. Apologetics are important. Our faith is not blind. The Bible is true, accurate, and consistent. Geography, like archaeology, is just another field of science that continues to agree with and corroborate the Biblical account. In my next article, (which will be the September issue, Lord willing) I will write about a very powerful lesson in Bible geography, one that helps us see why the Lord chose the land He did for His people. Clayton Johnson is the minister and evangelist for the Carbon Valley Church of Christ. Comments w e l c o m e !

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protocol chart to navigate the steps through the emotions. We are able to find an age for the trauma through muscle testing, a central (main theme) emotion and then all supporting emotions that accompany the experience/trauma the client may have had. An experience that comes up will always ‘seem’ traumatic; enough so, that there is a blockage, or we are stuck. We have the client touch a point along a particular meridian where an emotion ‘lives’ and think about the emotion at the same time. (ie. if the first emotion is rage we would have them touch the liver and think about the rage at the same time.) We muscle test to see if the emotion clears. If it does, that locked up emotion/ energy is freed. Praise God! If it doesn’t, we move on to…forgiveness. A heart that is seated in bitterness, can not be restored. We are instructed, in the Bible, to forgive one another. It is considered an integral part of the Splankna protocol. Not only do we forgive certain people in our lives that assist in the trauma emotion some way, we also speak this forgiveness out loud. It is extremely powerful and freeing! Once all forgiveness shows it cleared, the pent-up emotion is now released. Some emotions require forgiveness and some clear by simply touching the meridian and thinking about the feelings. Now that we have addressed the mind and body, it is time to address the spirit. There is always a spiritual component to our emotional traumas. The Bible tells us over and over that there is a spiritual battle going on for our souls. We know the devil takes advantage of us during moments of weakness like losing a job, fighting depression, losing a loved one, illness, marriage issues, etc. God is offering us life in these moments but the devil wants to use them to take us down. In these trauma moments, the part of us that is spirit, is dealing in the spiritual world. We can believe lies the enemy is offering to cope. He offers us coping strategies that bring death, like depression, suicide, anger, addiction. We get deceived into thinking these are good solutions to our problems. We make agreements, on a spiritual level, that keep us down. They ultimately bring us death; maybe not physically but definitely emotionally and spiritually. Of course, we are going to break these agreements and we circle back around to

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Healthy Alternative Medicine: Acupuncture Loving Intention “When you have the courage to open your heart completely to love, a miracle happens. You start perceiving the reflection of your love in everything. Then eating, walking, talking, singing, dancing, working, playing everything you do becomes a ritual of love.”~ Don Miguel Ruiz

ell put. I thought Don Miguel Ruiz’s words would be an appropriate way to begin this article about the Fire element that shines throughout the summer months, highlighting love and social connection. According to traditional Chinese medicine, each organ is not only identified with it’s physical structure and function, but also with seasons, emotions, color, sound, and elements (fire, earth, metal, water and wood). Since it is summer, the season of growth, I’d like to dedicate this article to the related organs: Heart, Pericardium, Small Intestine and San Jiao. All together, these organs correspond with summer, the fire element, the color red, the sound of laughter, and the ability to communicate and authentically connect with people. The Fire element corresponds to the more active and social aspects in life, quite the opposite of the Water element that is associated with the season of winter and being more introspective and quiet. We are all familiar with these two very distinctly different experiences and see that both are just as important as the other. There are also those moments where we feel more outgoing in the winter, or more introspective in the summer, depending upon life circumstances. In any event, balance is key. When we are in touch with what the seasons have to offer, and correspond to them openly, we then know that the organ(s) associated are also in balance. When summer time comes around we usually experience that increased desire to socialize, dance and play. Research has proven that social connectedness is one of the most important factors in keeping the functional aspect of the Heart healthy. Also, the Heart has a strong connection with the mind, however in this case the mind is not only thought of as brain function, but more of the relationship between the two. In Chinese medicine this relationship between the Heart and the mind is referred to as Shen. The Shen is revealed through the eyes, we can see how someone is feeling on a mental/ emotional level just by looking into their eyes. In addition to the Heart, there are three other organs involved within the Fire element. The one physically closest to the Heart is the Pericardium, an organ that is seen as the “Heart Wrapper” and functionally protects the Heart. As we look at our own “Heart Wrapper” we can ask ourselves, are we protecting ourselves too much / not enough or is there an appropriate balance of both? Next, the Small Intestine is the Yang paired organ to the Heart. All organs have a paired organ, and the physically hollow organs are considered Yang, the more solid organs considered Yin. The main function of the Small Intestine is to receive food from the stomach, further digest and absorb it, then send the residue to the large intestine and urinary bladder. Essentially, the Small Intestine “separates the pure from the turbid”. Emotionally, the Small Intestine involves the ability to provide ourselves with clear boundaries. For example, sometimes there is a need to separate the many different roles we play such as in the work place and at home. If it is difficult to separate each role appropriately and we find ourselves mixing the roles together, the purity of theses roles dissipates and becomes muddy and unclear. The last organ is the only one not recognized in Western medicine, and therefore has no direct english translation. It is the San Jiao, the Yang paired organ to the Pericardium. There are three jiaos; upper, middle and lower, each pertaining to the organs in those locations of the torso. The image of a pot of rice cooking seems to best convey the work of the San Jiao; the lower jiao, or area below the umbilicus, represents the fire below the cook pot. The middle jiao, approximately between the umbilicus and below the sternum, represents the bottom of the cook pot containing the rice and water. The upper jiao, located in the chest, is the area where the steam rises up within the cook pot just under the lid, to cook the rice. In a very small nutshell, the San Jiao connects all the organs, with a strong connection to water; (the human body is about 72% water) “the San Jiao is the irrigation official who builds waterways”. This function of essentially keeping proper functioning and communication between the organs might be translated emotionally to that aspect that keeps us physically and spiritually connected with the people close to us, and also with the community. Together, the organs related to the Fire element help us to keep our actions, words and thoughts clear and full of loving intention. Before engaging in conversation, or any other action, it seems important to ask the question of intention...what are my intentions? do my intentions come from a place of love? compassion? do my intentions positively affect the people I love AND the wider community? If they don’t, then why bother? When we proceed with loving intention, we are witness to the feeling as it vibrates throughout our life, the people around us and into the community. Daisy Lear, MSOM, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., practices Chinese medicine & acupuncture at 1159 Lefthand Drive in Longmont, CO 80501. 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.

Local Author Book Launch Party in Dacono

t War with the Wind is the second novel in a two-part series. The first was Escape from Paradise, which was a #1 Amazon bestseller in Christian fantasy last month. The first book is an allegory of the gospel, illustrating what it means for a person to come to faith in Jesus Christ. The second book, which launched today, is an allegory of the Christian life—especially focusing on the battle against sin. It also explores the issue of why God allows catastrophes and how we should respond to them.

You are invited to the At War with the Wind Launch party! Come and meet the real Kailyn and Abigail in person (the inspiration for the characters in the books). I’ll provide some behind-the-scenes info about the books, and for those who are interested, we’ll have a discussionstyle Bible study using questions from the study guide (my next project). I’ll be signing books, we’ll have a place for children to play and watch a movie downstairs, cornhole in the backyard, a learn-your-spiritual-gift game, and a raffle

Starting Over Are you ready for a fresh start, to take back some control of your health and fitness goals? I’m here to help you in whatever stage of life or health you’re in. Each person is different, but having all gone through the past 16 months there are some common themes emerging. Some have lack of energy, confidence, drive, weight gain, depression, and many more. The way you feel about yourself, your fitness, and your mindset plays a big role in the decisions you make. Choosing to exercise, eat healthier, and have community is essential for your overall health. If you can relate to this in any way, try to pick one thing you can do today that you can control. It might be to go for a walk, do a workout, eat a nutritious food, drink another glass of water. The first step is to decide and do it. The biggest changes start with the smallest steps. Once you’ve been doing that for a few days, then add another, and so on. Before you know it, you’ll have momentum and be improving your health. The weight can start to come off, the muscle can start to increase, and your

mood will usually improve as well. Are you looking for a fun, supportive, non-judgmental group, with a sense of community? Then join us either online or in-person outdoors for my ladies Fitness Group Classes. Interval/Strength Training Classes are Tuesdays at 8:30am & Wednesdays at 7pm, and the CoreFirst Trainer Classes are Mondays at 7pm & Fridays at 8:30am. Visit my website for details on locations and how to sign up. I also offer Personal Training Sessions if you’re looking for a customized plan for your fitness goals. It’s never too late to reshape your fitness goals or start over. One of the positive things we learned during the pandemic is how resilient we are in the ability to overcome challenges. Starting over is not starting over from scratch; it’s starting over with the personal drive to reach your fitness goals. Get a fresh start on your fitness goals by contacting Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Corrective Exercise Specialist at 303.828.2856 or visit

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drawing where you can win fabulous prizes. If 40 or more people RSVP, the grand prize will be a Kindle Paperwhite! Invite as many friends as you can think of because you get an extra raffle ticket for each friend you bring. Please join us for an evening of amazing food, fun, fellowship, and focus on Christ and his gospel message. • When: Saturday, July 10 from 4:00-8:00 pm (come and go as you please) • Where: My home! Email for address in Dacono, CO 80514 • What to bring: if you’re staying for the study, bring your Bible We’ll plan on the discussion study around 6:30 and the raffle drawing around 7:30. If you have a book you’d like signed, feel free to bring it. There will also be copies available for sale at the party. We need to plan food, so it’s important that you RSVP. If you plan to join us, shoot us an email at DRichardFerguson@TreasuringGod.com and let me know how many you have. If you invite friends, just give them the above

email address and tell them to mention your name.

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Dacono Splash Pad Open

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The Splash Pad at Clem Dufour Park is set to open Memorial Day weekendweather permitting. Enjoy the Splash Pad all summer long at Clem Dufour Park.

Join us July 9th and 10th in the BARN… ***THIS WILL BE A FRIDAY *** SATURDAY SALE ONLY*** Friday, July 9th, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. ***Saturday, July 10th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11447 County Road 13 *** Longmont 80504 (½ mile north of the Firestone King Soopers)

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

Free Summer Lunch Program Kids can enjoy a free lunch all summer long from noon- 1 p.m. Monday through Friday at Clem Dufour Park at the park pavilion.

Food Truck Socials All Summer Food Truck Social on June 10th from 5pm-9 pm with food trucks and live music at Pine Cone Social at 6325 CR 20. Socials the second Thursday throughout the summer. For more information visit www. pineconesocial.com or @pineconesocial. Email jennifer@pineconesocial.com to schedule a tour.”

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Ladies, join us at local parks in the area and your first session is Free In-Person. Classes Offered: Interval/Strength Training Classes Tuesdays at 8:30am & Weds at 7pm (your own weights & mat required). CoreFirst Trainer Classes Mondays at 7pm & Fridays at 8:30am (CF Trainer is required for this class). See my website for details on locations and how to sign up. Waiver & RSVP required for classes. Online Personal Training is also available. Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Corrective Exercise Specialist at

www.TimeForChangePersonalTraining. com or call 303.828.2856.

Now Hiring Christian Brothers Automotive Firestone is hiring for an experienced automotive technician who exhibits honesty and integrity to join our family & team. We want team members who are looking for a family environment shop, with a culture like no place else. Compensation plan up to $45.00 per hour + benefits. Please call today: 303-586-0066.

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Outdoor Pickleball Courts Now Open! The Town of Firestone now has three outdoor pickleball courts open for drop-in play! The courts are located at Settlers Park (11447 Deerfield Drive, Firestone), and are open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Please follow all posted park and court rules. This includes no skateboards, bikes, or rollerblades on the courts and players should only wear smoothbottomed tennis shoes. As a reminder, all Town of Firestone parks are open 1 hour before sunrise and close 1 hour after sunset. For more information on this park and others, please visit

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Dacono Music & Movie at the Blue Water Tower Top notch Colorado music this summer at Centennial Field, by the blue water tower.  July 10 = FACE Vocal Band 6:45  Movie at sunset: Ghostbusters  Aug 14 = Journey to the Heart tribute to Journey and Heart 6:45  Movie at sunset: Sonic the Hedgehog  Aug 28 = Chris Daniels & the Kings 6:45  Movie at sunset: Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure  Sept 11 = CO’s #1 tribute to Prince = Paizely Park 5:15  Movie at sunset: The Goonies

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ou’ve probably been hearing it for over a year now: housing supply is low really low. Rather than repeat the message, we want to share factors contributing to this competitive market:  The pandemic has had a large impact on the typical behavior of buyers and sellers. Homeowners - many who fall in the Baby Boomer generation - may be at a higher risk for Covid and have been hesitant to put their home on the market:  Government-mandated mortgage forbearance has kept millions of Americans in their home who would’ve otherwise has to sell or foreclose.  Rising construction material costs and building restrictions have caused new construction to slow in recent years.  Historically low-interest rates have incentivized many homeowners to buy without selling, either keeping their current home or buying a new home to use as an investment property.  The lack of inventory itself has created a lot of ‘would be’ sellers who have stayed put, being concerned that they wouldn’t be able to find a new home once they sell. That’s where 8z Bridge comes in. Bridge: The Modern Way to Buy Before you Sell. Never miss out on a great home because you haven’t sold your current one. Here are just some of the benefits:  Become a Cash Buyer - Make the best possible offer on your next home without rushing to sell first.  Skip the Showings - We’ll handle cleaning, listing and showing your

old home while you relax and enjoy your new one.  Sell for Maximum Value - List your old home on the open market, so it sells fast and for top dollar. Some Light at the End of the Tunnel? With the ongoing rollout of vaccines, a recent Zillow survey found that millions of homeowners are much more likely to move, obviously feeling safer about allowing buyers into their homes for showings and open houses. And with the pandemic subsiding, people will gain more certainty about remote work and where they will be able to live going forward. Additionally, nationwide mortgage forbearance is scheduled to end in June, which will likely bring a delayed wave of homes to the market. It’s also an amazing time to sell in this market, which may encourage some homeowners and investors that have seen steep appreciation over the past few years to become sellers. And on the flip side, many experts expect rising mortgage rates will eventually slow demand from buyers, which would greatly help return the return of supply into the market as well.

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Scott Pfauth Joins RE/MAX Nexus

irestone, June 2021 – RE/MAX Nexus proudly announces the company has been joined by REALTOR® Scott Pfauth, who specializes in assisting residential buyers and sellers. Licensed as a REALTOR, Scott provides buyers and sellers a fullservice real estate experience. “I enjoy assisting my clients in finding a property to truly call home” Pfauth commented. Pfauth is a native of Colorado and has lived in Northern Colorado over 50 years including in Longmont, Loveland, Severance and Windsor. Scott owned an extremely successful small business for many years in the IT/Computer industry in Longmont, “owing my company helped me to understand the requirement for consumers to receive amazing customer service. I pride myself in providing professionalism, attention to detail and a commitment to always put my clients’ needs first.” RE/MAX Nexus is thrilled to welcome Scott aboard “he is a perfect addition to our professional group of agents” Abby Renner states. Scott is an impressive networker

and loves building relationships w i t h consumers, but when he takes a break from real estate, he enjoys riding his motorc ycl e in mountain canyons, camping and fly fishing. For more information about Scott Pfauth or RE/MAX Nexus, please visit www.NexusForSale.com or contact 970295-4760 or call Scott at 720-442-3307.

RE/MAX Nexus is a locally owned and operated full-service real estate brokerage located in Firestone, Colorado. Founded in 2014, the brokerage has 25 REALTORS® and specializes in Residential, New Construction, Land, Water and Commercial real estate. RE/MAX Nexus is a proud supporter of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and is located at 11409 Business Park Cr. #200 Firestone, CO 80504. To learn more, please visit www.

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Two new Ziggi’s Coffee shops in Carbon Valley. One located west of I-25 at 3450 Hwy 52. The other at 6731 Hwy 52 east of I-25 at the Dacono/ Frederick intersection by 7Eleven at Frederick Way. This one is having a grand opening July 10; 10-2, free 16oz drinks.

Skate Lessons at Frederick Skate Park

Upcoming Mead Chamber Events

Website: www.meadchamber.org Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/MeadChamber/ Email: info@meadchamber.org Mailing Address: P.O. Box 727 Mead, CO 80542

The following are events have been scheduled so far (this list will be updated on a regular basis)  Brown Bag Luncheon Workshops – Aug 18, Nov 17  Thursday Music & Movies in the Park – July 8, July 15, July 22  Cornhole Tournaments with Beer Garden – July 6, 13, 20, 27  Annual Golf Tournament – July 16  Community Day – September 11

Carbon Valley Rotary Welcomes Newest Member

arbon Valley Rotary club inducted our newest member this morning: Russ Fox, Frederick High School Principal. The club members are excited by Russ’s enthusiasm for the students and community. We are once again meeting at Bella Rosa Golf Course every Tuesday morning from 7:00 to 8:00 am, and look forward to our continued service to the Carbon Valley area. Anyone who enjoys service to others is welcome to join us for breakfast! For more information visit www.

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Carbon Valley Help Center Update

ideos are finally available for viewing! Please visit our website or Facebook page to view the creative videos posted by our 2020 Empty Bowls sponsors. When the Pandemic began, we were in the midst of planning our 7th annual fundraiser. It became clear we needed to pivot, rethink the in-person event, but still hold the fundraiser as an opportunity for our community to unite and support our neighbors in need. The number of people counting on this event is the highest it has ever been and we see new community members in need daily. We have served over 800 people this year, which is a 26.6% increase compared to the same time last year. This includes 51 new households that received services from the CVHC for the 1st time. The need is real and right in our backyard. This year to keep our bowls from being empty, we not only need to fill them with love & hope but also physical as well as financial resources so we can give to our neighbors. The Empty Bowls Project began in 1990 to raise funds for a food drive. What started as an art project in a Michigan high school class has grown to be an international project that reminds us hunger is fought daily and is happening in both global and local communities. Cash and check donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 508, Firestone, CO 80520 or dropped off at 150 Buchanan, Firestone, CO 80520. If you’d like to use your card please go online to ColoradoGives.org, choose the Carbon Valley Help Center and make your donation of choice. You can also call 303.833.6626. Thanks for your support. Watch the CVCR for info regarding our 8th annual (2021) Empty Bowls fundraiser.

udes and dudettes! Sign up for the next full week of Summer Skate Lessons at the Frederick Skate Park, July 5 through July 9. Lessons are designed for new skaters and “neverevers” as participants work on basic fundamentals, learn about skateboard culture, and explore skatepark etiquette and park riding. Register at:

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News from the American Legion Post # 1985

he American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, and Sons of the American Legion is a veteran service organization whose membership is comprised of veterans and their families. The American Legion Family has been an active part of the Firestone, Frederick, and Dacono communities since 1985. Our mission is to support veterans, their families and the communities in our area. The Firestone American Legion Family provides scholarships for students in the local high schools. We host an annual Easter Egg hunt for special needs children. We actively fundraise for the community Santa Cop program since it began. One year we were proud to raise $10,000.00 for the program. We host an annual car show where the proceeds go to support our scholarship programs. We also strive to continually assist the veterans in our community. Our outreach ranges from building ramps, home improvements, financial assistance, and much more. You may see our members volunteering at the VA Hospital, making lap blankets for the Veterans nursing home, handing out poppy’s, raising awareness for veteran suicide, sending care packages to the troops, and so much more. In addition, we have hospital equipment to lend to any community member in need. The American Legion Family has been hosting an annual July 4th celebration to honor our country and our veterans for several years. · Our 4th of July Celebration will begin with Auxiliary Breakfast 7:00 am to 10:30 am for $10.00. · The American Legion will host a beer garden in the lower part of our parking lot. · The Sons of the American Legion will be cooking hamburgers hot dogs and brats from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm With the support of the Town of Firestone and its surrounding communities, we are able to continue supporting our nations veterans, families, and community. AMERICAN LEGION POST 1985 870 1st STREET FIRESTONE, CO 80520 303-833-3878

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1985, Firestone, CO

reetings from the Auxiliary. Many familiar activities were “put on hold” due to the pandemic in 2020 Dinners, scholarship events, veteran appreciation events, and community events all had to be cancelled. We were able to host a car show last September to help raise funds for our scholarship fund. We had three qualified graduates from the Carbon Valley. Each recipient received a $500.00 award to the school of choice. Congratulations to recipients FHS graduate Skylar Moulton/ UNC majoring in criminology; FHS graduate Aurora Rangel/Mt. St. Mary’s University majoring in nursing; and Mead HS graduate, Carsen Steele/ UNC majoring in psychology and minoring in criminology. Our monthly meeting is on July 1st and begins at 7 PM. Auxiliary member dues are $35.00. We will host our Friday night dinner on July 2nd of Fried Chicken and the trimmings for $10.00. Also enjoy an evening of Karaoke. We will once again be on board for the Fourth at Firestone. We begin the day with our traditional community breakfast from 7 AM to 10:30 AM. The cost? $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 5 or under. This is a great way to start the day of festivities in the Carbon Valley! Auxiliary members will also be assisting the Legionnaires as they introduce the Sunday Morning Breakfast on July 18 from 8 AM to 11 AM. This program is one of many to support veterans. It will be done on the third Sunday of every month. Stop by and enjoy!! Reminder: The American Legion Family is here for everyone! We offer a friendly, pleasant atmosphere, a comfortable lounge, a reception hall, and an outdoor patio. A big THANK YOU to our veterans and families and friends and communities for their continued support! American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1985, 870 1st Street, Firestone, CO 80520 Call 303-833-3878 for more information.

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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.

Danny Curtis “Dan” Gould

Dec. 19, 1955 to May 24, 2021

Danny Curtis “Dan” Gould, passed away on May 24, 2021 at his home in Platteville, CO while surrounded by family. He was born on December 19, 1955 in Longmont, Colorado to Lee “Bud” and Myrnaloy (Schulze) Gould. He grew up on the family dairy farm east of Longmont and graduated from Longmont High School in 1974. In his youth, he was a member and active participant in the 4-H Club. Dan began his working career as a farmer and years later continued to assist area farmers by driving trucks during harvest. In 1987 he started working for Dairy Farmers of America, driving the large, refrigerated tanker trucks, picking up milk at several dairies in northern Colorado. Dan was a people person and consequently became friends with many of the dairy farmers. In 2020 illness forced Dan to stop working. He never wanted to consider himself “retired” as he often talked about going back to hauling milk, a job he loved. Dan will be remembered as a gentle giant who never met a stranger and a man who enjoyed collecting toy tractors and implements. He was also a member of the Moose Lodge. Dan’s greatest joy in life was his family, especially his grandchildren. Dan is survived by his wife Carol “Carrie” Hawkins; his sons Lee of Platteville and Curtis of Greeley; grandchildren Cash, Billie, Owen and Linzlee Gould. His mother Myrnaloy Gould of Milliken, his sisters: Lynda Gould (Louis Kelley) of Milliken, Merri Gould of Milliken, his brothers Terry of Longmont, Jerry of Roggen, Dennis (Jackie) of Longmont and Robert (Jane) of Loveland. Further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and 100’s of extended family members. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dan’s memory are requested to St. Jude’s Research Hospital or the Rinn United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 3 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Howe Mortuary in Longmont. Funeral services were Friday June 4th, 2021 at 12:30 pm at LifeBridge Christian Church, Longmont, CO. Interment at Longmont Mountain View Cemetery. Please share your thoughts, memories and condolences at www.howemortuary.com.

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Consumer Report for Carbon Valley, Erie & Mead—Local News & Business Info for Residents

Vol. 22, Issue 7

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esidential and business members of United Power have reported receiving calls demanding payment for “past due” amounts on electric bills. In an effort to protect your information and money, the cooperative wants members to know how it communicates past due account balances and collects payments. Phone scammers attempt to impersonate a representative from a credible organization, such as the IRS or United Power, to gain information or payment from a victim. Members are threatened with disconnection if they do not make an immediate payment and are instructed to make payment via prepaid debit cards purchased at local gas stations and convenient stores. Scammers may also instruct victims not to tell anyone about the payment. Many of these scams are elaborate and sophisticated, even using spoofing software to disguise their phone number so that it appears to be coming from a recognized number. This is known as “caller ID spoofing.” It is important to be cautious when you receive an unexpected call requesting a payment, whether it is United Power or any other payment. Verifying the status of your utility account is your best defense against scam attempts. To keep up with the current status of your electric account, reference your monthly billing statement from United Power, check your account via SmartHub or call United Power’s member services department at 303-637-1300. If you are ever in doubt about a potential scam call, hang up and call United Power. Know How United Power Does Business United Power never calls members in person to collect overdue electric bills. While we may occasionally call to reach out with assistance information, notice of delinquency or disconnection is sent by mail and then United Power will follow up with our automated phone system. A recorded message will instruct you to initiate a payment. United Power does not collect payments at member homes or businesses. Never give money to people who may be posing as utility workers. If someone arrives at your home representing United Power, ask the individual for proof of employment and identification or call United Power at 303-637-1300. United Power will never require prepaid debit as the only form of payment. Members may initiate a payment in a variety of ways: online through the SmartHub portal; by phone, mail, payment kiosk or in person using cash, check or debit. Be wary of any call that requests payment be made using prepaid methods only. This a red flag and an indicator of a potential scam. If you receive a suspicious automated call, pay careful attention to the message and how it instructs payment. If you are unsure, call United Power at 303-637-1300.

United Power is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperative, delivering electricity to homes, farms and businesses throughout Colorado’s northern front range. As one of the fastest-growing electric cooperatives in the nation, the utility will join the elite ranks of cooperatives serving more than 100,000 meters by the end of this summer. The 900 square mile service territory extends from the mountains of Coal Creek and Golden Gate Canyon, along the I-25 corridor and Carbon Valley region, to the farmlands of Brighton, Hudson and Keenesburg. For more information about the cooperative, visit www.unitedpower.com or follow them on social media Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram.

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