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Year of new beginnings, old battles

Presented here are the Lakewood Sentinel’s top 10 stories of 2013. W Rail Line opens After years of work and waiting, the W Rail Line began running through Denver, Lakewood and Golden on April 26. RTD estimated that there were 35,000 … more
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Cherry Creek Schools expands health services including new community clinic, mental health center

As the new school year began in the Cherry Creek School District, the board of education learned what health services the district provides to support its more than 53,000 students across 67 … more
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Elementary launches its reading relay

One book, two books, red books, blue books, oh the places you’ll go with reading. In an effort to combat childhood illiteracy, KPMG, an audit, tax and advisory firm, in conjunction with Allendale Elementary, 5900 Oak St., held a Dr. Seuss … more
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Sons of Norway lodge taps into heritage

Lakewood’s Trollheim Sons of Norway Lodge is inviting residents to get a taste of the homeland at its annual Lutefisk and Meatball Dinner. The dinner will be served at the lodge, 6610 W. 14th Ave., at 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. … more
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Douglas County commissioners OK up to $200,000 to nonprofit for emergency preparedness

A Douglas County nonprofit is building up a “community emergency relief fund” that can help take care of people when their lives get turned upside down. more
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NREL leads with sustainable landscapes

The Energy Department’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has received certification from a pilot program called SITES, an initiative to create more sustainable landscapes. Sustainable Sites Initiative or SITES spawned in June 2010, … more
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Kerr named Senate Education Committee chair

Sen. Andy Kerr was named as chair of the Senate Education Committee on Dec. 16, taking over from Evie Hudak, who resigned in November. “I’m very honored to have been chosen for this position,” Kerr said. “I think it’s very appropriate … more
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Shea Homes, partnering home builder for the 2023 Inspiration House in The Canyons in Castle Pines

A father of five and former basketball coach found himself getting slower and noticed it was becoming harder to move around as his muscles were deteriorating. In early 2021, Frank Cawley was … more
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Field of Dreams coming true

“If you build it, they will come.” That is what Foothills Elementary, 13165 W. Ohio Ave., is hoping will be the case with it’s new Field of Dreams project, which just received a grant from Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO). The field was … more
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Hearing undermines motive claimed by ax-murder suspect

Reginald Maclaren allegedly told police he annihilated his family due to fear of homelessness, but documents presented in court don't fit that narrative. more
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What do you think about the use of roundabouts as a replacement for traffic signals and four-way stops?

Get off the sidelines and into the game

Among the many lessons I have learned in the training and coaching business is this: The people who actually meet and exceed their goals and realize … more

Do You Know Where All Your Retirement Savings Are?

A Traditional IRA here, a rollover IRA there, four job changes (so far!) and three retirement plan account balances left in the plans of former … more
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Do you remember the time?

Do you remember the time, the first time that you fell in love? Do you remember the time when you first met that special someone? Well, I wish I … more

Top five stories of the year

A missing woman turns up dead. The city welcomes a new mayor. And, oh those 38th Avenue road diet blues. These are just a few of the biggest stories that came out of Wheat Ridge in 2013: ‘Annie’ Meyer murdered; killer convicted LeAnne … more
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I had COVID-19 and it was mentally challenging

July 29 was the 10th day I had been feeling sick with COVID-19, and by that time, I had all the symptoms you’ve read or heard about. I had a fever. I could feel myself losing my breath if I did … more
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Laydon criticizes Thomas’ comments about Douglas County arts and culture funding council

One of Douglas County’s elected leaders criticized his colleague for writing about a funding advisory board in a way he compared to “doxing” after a disagreement about how arts and culture money should be spent. more
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County officials call for ‘summit’ meeting to discuss property tax relief

As an impending wave of higher property tax bills continues to loom over the Denver metro area, Douglas County officials have put out a call for a meeting of local government leaders in hopes they … more
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Elizabeth Schools to hold job fair July 25

The Elizabeth School District is encouraging residents of the district and nearby areas to step up and enter the classroom for the 2023-2024 school year. The district is currently struggling to hire teachers and staff. more
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Douglas County School District grapples with staff shortages

Douglas County School District is starting the school year down hundreds of staff, from teachers to bus drivers, because of a lack of competitive pay.  Compared to surrounding districts of … more
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