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The Requirements Behind Home Inspections

You have just signed a contract to make the largest purchase that you probably will ever  make in your lifetime - - a home.  Not only is it wise to … more

'Sick-out' closes two high schools

An empty parking lot symbolizes more than a school closure. Late Thursday evening, Standley Lake and Conifer high schools canceled classes for Friday, Sept. 19, following a … more

New school construction speeds ahead

Construction crews recently topped off the superstructure of the town of Elbert’s new $20.6 million school and the project remains on track to welcome students in the fall of 2014. “It’s really going up quickly,” said Bev McGuire, the … more

Judge rules school district violated campaign act with report

A Denver judge ruled the Douglas County School District violated the Colorado Fair Campaign Practices Act when it sent a district-financed report to 85,000 parents and community members less than two … more

Elbert County abuzz with business activity

With the dawn of 2014, a bevy of new businesses have debuted — or will debut — in the heart of Elizabeth and Elbert. The list includes several well-known area antique shops, which are in the process of relocating, and a western-themed … more

Bridget's Botanicals, a new Littleton business, offers botanical classes, products

For more than a decade, Bridget Molloy has been teaching people how to enhance their wellbeing through the use of plants. Now, Littleton locals can learn to make herbal teas, try botanical truffles and purchase aromatherapy and tincture kits at Molloy’s new storefront, just off of Main Street. more

Englewood signs off on depot plan, residents announce intent to sue city

The Englewood City Council approved a proposed settlement regarding the historic Englewood Depot that will give owners Thomas and Patti Parson until 2028 to make necessary changes to the property or the city can reclaim ownership of the property. more

App shines a light on holiday displays

Lone Tree’s Greg Walters wasn’t upset when a New York Times reporter earlier this month called his holiday lights iPhone app “the Charlie Brown Christmas tree of apps.” “I thought it was kinda cute,” he said. “The reality of it is, … more

Douglas County Sheriff's Office investigating apparent hate crime

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and Metro Denver Crime Stoppers need the public’s assistance in identifying an individual that can be seen on camera spray painting derogatory language … more

I will get to that to tomorrow

This week has been one of those crazy busy weeks for me. It was full of calls, meetings, travel, and lots of reports, proposals and presentations to … more

Library dropping fines on some kids' books

In a move aimed at deepening a childhood love of reading, Douglas County Libraries plans to stop charging overdue fines on many children's books. The new policy applies to illustrated juvenile books and takes effect Jan. 17. more

Lifetime Classic Golf Tournament helps autism nonprofit

A luxurious day of food and cocktails and even raffles – all while playing 18 holes of golf. That is the plan for July 31 at the Colorado Golf Club in Parker, and it is all meant to help support those with autism. more

Investigation into Arapahoe County’s human services department did not find systemic issues

An investigation into the Arapahoe County Department of Human Services did not find pervasive agency-wide issues that indicate systemic errors to protect children or serve families, the county … more

Brighton council considers state housing fund

Brighton City Councilors said they have no problems enlisting in a state effort to boost the state's affordable housing inventory, although they had suggestions about the peculiarities of Brighton's … more

Housing Market Got You Down? Think REITs

The prolonged housing slump has convinced many Americans that real estate is a losing investment. But many segments of commercial real estate … more

Parker Town Council approves ballot questions for November election

From approving ballot questions to approving a new veterinary clinic, the Parker Town Council was busy during a lengthy meeting on Aug. 21.  With an election coming up on Nov. 7, the … more

Lone Tree City Council approves changes to voting district boundaries

As the City of Lone Tree continues to grow in size, the city council approved changes to the city’s voting district boundaries ahead of the spring 2024 municipal election.  The city … more

Douglas County to give funds from Denver Broncos sale to youth programs

The sale of the Denver Broncos in 2022 opened up millions in funding to Denver-area governments, and Douglas County is determining how to spend its nearly $1 million share of the profits on programs for youth. more

Parker Town Council approves plans for 148-unit development

New housing will be built within the next couple of years as the town council approved service plans for two metropolitan districts during an Aug. 21 town council meeting.  A metropolitan … more

Brighton Police seek to end Community Reach contract

Brighton Police would like to work with local mental health trauma counseling center Reaching HOPE to provide mental health counselors that would respond to police calls, replacing Community Reach … more
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