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Tuesday, July 23, 2019

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Letter to the editor: Lack of morality is problem

Lack of morality is problem Predictably, various committees are forming and meeting to discuss “causes of school violence” and related topics. It is interesting to note that these “leaders in … more

7/9/19 08:21 PM

Letter to the editor: School district needs a CBA

District needs a CBA The future is bright for Douglas County schools. I, as a teacher and parent, appreciate the hard work that has gone into the board of education end statements, new strategic plan … more

7/2/19 04:48 PM

Letter to the editor: Won’t get fooled again

Won’t get fooled again Monday, I was approved to speak at the June 18 meeting, receiving confirmation stating: “PublicComment is scheduled…at 6:10 p.m.” I arrived at 6 p.m. to dozens of … more

6/25/19 04:39 PM

Letter to the editor: A high-tech solution

Following is a school safety proposal I’ve submitted to the Physical School Safety and Protection Funding Committee to help facilitate spending our county government’s $10 million surplus. The … more

6/18/19 05:07 PM

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Letter to the editor: Some are denied a chance

Some are denied a chance Response to Ronald Nigh letter to the editor published in the June 6 paper:Dear Mr. Nigh: You are new to Colorado? For your information, Colorado led the way in abortion … more

6/18/19 05:05 PM

Letter to the editor: Where does it stop?

Where does it stop? In response to Ronald Nigh letter on June 6, I agree, let's get an amendment to the Colorado Constitution that "a woman has the right to an abortion and a doctor has the freedom … more

6/18/19 05:04 PM

Letter to the editor: An alternative

An alternative Rather than providing bond money to charters, the Douglas County School District may want to use those funds to match the county’s offer and in turn provide additional resources to … more

6/18/19 05:03 PM

Letter to the editor: A mature decision

A mature decision Oh, the shock! Oh, the horror! Imagine, the Douglas County Board of Education denied the request of the DC Federation of Teachers — the union — to re-install collective … more

6/18/19 05:02 PM

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Letter to the editor: School board merits support

School board merits support This is not a pro- teachers’ union letter, and it’s not an anti-teachers’ union letter. It’s a common sense letter. As a Douglas County mom who has put in … more

6/18/19 05:02 PM

Letter to the editor: Self-defense is our right

Self-defense is our right In her letter to the editor last month, Darcelia Beck correctly notes that we cannot control human behavior. She claims we can control inanimate objects. She proposes we … more

6/18/19 05:01 PM

Letter to the editor: In defense of the electoral college

In defense of the Electoral College Per Article II of the U.S. Constitution, our president is not elected by the popular vote of citizens. Instead, the president is elected by the electoral college. … more

6/11/19 03:22 PM

Letter to the editor: School board got it wrong

School board got it wrong In giving away $10 million dollars for school safety, the county commissioners have run into an unanticipated obstacle, the school board. In an unsolicited remark, … more

6/5/19 09:20 AM

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Letter to the editor: Defend women's rights

Defend women’s rights I am a man and I believe everyone has a right to live their life as long as it does not interfere with another person’s life. So, if a woman wants an abortion, it is not … more

6/5/19 09:18 AM

Letter to the editor: Voters could boost school safety

Voters could boost school safety The Douglas County Commissioners have refused to address the elephant in the room: the pre-existing but sunsetting 0.13% portion of the county sales tax. This tax has … more

5/28/19 03:21 PM

Letter to the editor: County needs this school

County needs this school On June 4, the DCSD Board of Education will vote to consider a new charter proposal called the John Dewey Institute (JDI). Unlike any current charter school in Douglas … more

5/28/19 03:21 PM

Letter to the editor: Mixed messages

Mixed messages The recent passage of the red flag bill had the Douglas County sheriff being the “point man” on the issue, much to the dismay of Douglas County residents. The bill, “to let law … more

5/28/19 03:20 PM

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Letter to the editor: We must arm teachers, staff

We must arm teachers, staff On May 14, the DougCo Board of Education heard ideas from citizens and students on how to prevent tragedies like STEM. I told the board that brave Kendrick Castillo, not … more

5/22/19 09:08 AM

Letter to the editor: Polluted site a disgrace

Polluted site a disgrace I have lived on the Vista Trail open space for 21 years. I frequently walk this trail from my house to the Cheese Ranch just east of Quebec. This trail passes Platte River … more

5/22/19 09:07 AM

Letter to the editor: Time for more on mental health

Time for more on mental health I noted with interest in the May 9 edition that five of the CCM journalists won awards for their reporting on the state of mental health in Douglas County. Just before … more

5/22/19 09:07 AM

Letter to the editor: We must secure firearms

We must secure firearms To those who can make a change for the better in our state: Have we not had ENOUGH mass shootings in Colorado to take gun control into our own hands as a state? Have we not … more

5/22/19 09:03 AM

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Three seats to be decided in school board election

Douglas County School Board hopefuls have until Aug. 30 to file to run as a candidate for one of three open seats in the Nov. 5 election. As of July 19, two people had registered with the Colorado …

Meet Franceen Thompson, school board candidate

The May 7 shooting at STEM School Highlands Ranch led Franceen Thompson to run for a seat as Douglas County School Board director for District C, which comprises eastern and southern Highlands Ranch. …

Car seat safety checks offered at free event

Certified child passenger safety technicians will offer free car seat checks and discuss proper use of a car seat, including installation, daily use, and car seat selections at a free car seat safety …

Castle Rock adopts plan for downtown mobility

Castle Rock has a newly adopted plan for getting people around the downtown area, and it places an emphasis on making life easier for pedestrians and bicyclists. Council approved the Downtown …

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Allegations that a Castle Rock gun store bribed people into signing a petition to recall Democratic Gov. Jared Polis with free shooting range passes caused a recent social media furor and resulted in …

Enjoying airborne adventures

Coloradans are known for their love of outdoor adventures. Traditionally, these activities take place on solid ground. However, the Denver metro area also offers plenty of high-adrenaline experiences …

BLM headquarters change could mean more jobs for Lakewood

The government agency in charge of managing the millions of acres of federal land across the American west will be headquartered in Grand Junction, while Lakewood will see a surge in staff.

Ex-teacher in Castle Rock who took 'upskirt' videos sentenced

The ex-teacher accused of filming inappropriate videos of women and girls — including students, parents, teachers and school administrators — has been sentenced to four years of probation that …

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Sports

This sport is the real dill

James Pinkel, 69, of Centennial, plays pickleball three or four days a week against a variety of players at the Lone Tree Recreation Center. “There are some who show up to really play the game,” …

For her, great performances are par for the course

Katie Berrian didn’t get herself in too much trouble on the golf course this season to test her mental toughness. In fact Berrian, the Regis Jesuit junior who lives in Castle Pines, had an …

Vista, Creek athletes dominate diamond

Mountain Vista's Sam Ireland did his usual thing this season, while Nathan Mitchell of Cherry Creek did something that had not happened in 47 years. Ireland has been named the 2019 Colorado Community …

‘She is an incredible athlete’

Katie Collins was hard to keep off the lacrosse field. The Cherry Creek senior was a midfielder who was a standout on both offense and defense. She was named the 2019 Colorado Community Media South …

Valor Christian girls, boys take track titles

It was a banner meet for Anna Hall, Cole Sprout and the Valor Christian girls and boys track teams. Valor, in its first season in 5A competition, won both the girls and boys team championships at the …

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