Fire temporarily displaces Westhills residents - #lakewoodnews

The Red Cross Disaster Action Team has responded to a fire at Westhills Apartment Homes, located at the 300 block of Van Gordon Street, by providing support to about 30 residents who were displaced ...

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A-West boys hoops win over Bear Creek tightens up 5A Jeffco - #lakewoodnews

ARVADA -- There should be some thank you cards or emails coming to Arvada West's boys basketball team in the coming days. A-West knocked off league-leading Bear Creek with a 66-41 home victory ...

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Lakewood and Ralston Valley girls hoops tied for the lead in 5A Jeffco League - #lakewoodnews

ARVADA -- It has been a two-team race for the girls basketball Class 5A Jeffco League title for nearly a decade. Ralston Valley and Lakewood has won or shared conference championship nine of the ...

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Letter to the Editor: Cannot legislate morality - #lakewoodnews

In response to "not facing the problem" letter to the editor last week: There is nothing wrong with the letter writer's moral compass, however, you cannot legislate morality or ...

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Jeffco policy change does not reduce transparency - #lakewoodnews

On Jan. 18, a letter to the editor, "Jeffco gets less transparent for parents," criticized a school board policy update. We would like to clarify the reasons behind this action. Jefferson County

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Pondering prodigious pedagogical possibilities - #lakewoodnews

There is a quote attributed (probably wrongly) to Winston Churchill that goes "The American people can always be counted on to do the right thing. But only after exhausting all other

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Editorial Cartoon for Feb. 1, 2018 - #lakewoodnews

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40 West Arts approved to apply for SCFD funding - #lakewoodnews

The Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) has announced 10 new organizations that are now eligible to apply for funds from the funding district, and 40 West Arts is among them. The 10

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music and beer - #lakewoodnews

Vikings, bluegrass and beer lovers followed Winter to Golden's Parfet Park this weekend for the fourth annual UllrGrass Music and Beer Festival. The three-day festival celebrated the Norse God of

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HHS gives initial approval to Fed Center plan - #lakewoodnews

The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is a step closer to taking ownership of 59 undeveloped acres near the Federal Center in Lakewood after the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

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More grads and fewer dropouts in Jefferson County - #lakewoodnews

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) released 2016-17 school year graduation, completion, and dropout rates last week. For Jefferson County Public Schools, the news is positive; more students

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Man charged with vehicular homicide in crash that killed mother and child - #lakewoodnews

(AP) -- A Colorado man is accused of using marijuana before a fatal car crash that killed a woman and her three-year-old son. Jefferson County District Attorney Pete Weir announced Tuesday that

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Child sex predator sentenced for 18 years to life - #lakewoodnews

Zachary Vincent Myers, 23, was sentenced to prison for 18 years to life for sexually assaulting a young teen on a hiking trail near her house, according to a news release from the First Judicial

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Warren Tech students go head to head in 48-hour creative jam - #lakewoodnews

As Stuart Compton, game development teacher at Warren Tech, did 4 a.m. rounds at the school Sunday morning, he passed by a team of students and heard various call-outs. "Is this file checked in

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Serving the county with a focus on the people - #lakewoodnews

In Tina Francone's opinion, Jefferson County is a place where people should want to be. "We all move to Jefferson County for a reason," she said, and "we all have a responsibility keep Jeffco

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CASA appoints two new members for the 2018 board - #lakewoodnews

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of the Jefferson and Gilpin Counties announced last week that the group had appointed a local CFO and an attorney to its board of directors. Carl Musso, chief

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Heroin trafficking suspects are in U.S. illegally - #lakewoodnews

The immigration status of six men accused of operating a heroin trafficking ring in portions of Jefferson, Denver and Adams counties will not affect local court proceedings. "Our case is going to

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'Citizen scientists' add to store of knowledge about bird populations - #lakewoodnews

A snowy owl spotted recently at Standley Lake in Westminster has brought joy to the hearts of local birders, since the species is rarely seen this far south. There are reports that these owls have ...

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Collaboration theme runs through intriguing exhibit - #lakewoodnews

In 2016, an idea began to take shape in painter Craig Marshall Smith's creative mind, and on April 15, 2017, a group of invited artists met for lunch at the Museum Outdoor Arts in Englewood and ...

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The right question to ask focuses on how life was lived - #lakewoodnews

We all have known someone who has sadly passed away. And many times we find ourselves answering a very common question when we speak with another person who just found out about someone's passing, ...

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If you consider taking a chance, consider not taking a chance - #lakewoodnews

I have a suggestion: Do not eat laundry pods.However, if you use noodle soup to clean the tub, I may be wasting my time In 2017, there were more than 12,000 calls to U.S. Poison Control because of ...

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Stock show touts near-record attendance - #lakewoodnews

The recently concluded 112th National Western Stock Show boasted the second highest attendance in the show's history, with 705,574 visitors, according to a stock show news release. The largest stock ...

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Baseball finally gets much-needed longer season - #lakewoodnews

First off, I have to declare that I believe most professional football, basketball and baseball seasons are too long. I've always complained that the baseball regular season drags on and the "dog

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Arvada Center has the good Sense to sit down - #lakewoodnews

British Prime Minister Winston Churchill once had a simple explanation for his success. "Never stand up when you can sit down." In that spirit, the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Boulevard, is

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Grief in wake of Adams County deputy shooting - #lakewoodnews

The only thing that the Adams County Sheriff's Department was saying officially about a Jan. 24 shooting in the 8700 block of Dawson Street was that one of their own, 31-year-old Deputy Heath Gumm,

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Suspect in fatal shooting of deputy previously convicted of robbery - #lakewoodnews

The suspect in the fatal shooting of Adams County Deputy Heath Gumm has been identified by authorities as Dreion Martise Dearing. Dearing, 22, is facing charges of first-degree murder of a police

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No. 2 Ralston Valley girls basketball sinks 12th straight victory - #lakewoodnews

LITTLETON -- A second-half defensive adjustment by Columbine gave Ralston Valley a bit of an issue in the Class 5A Jeffco League game Jan. 20. Ralston Valley senior Delaynie Byrne -- signed to play

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Jeffco Sports Standouts -- Week of Jan. 25 - #lakewoodnews

Standout performers are six athletes named from west mentor area high schools. Preference is given to those making their debut on the list. To nominate an athlete, contact Jim Benton at jgenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Ellie Garnett, Golden The sophomore tallied 20 points and ...

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The BDT stage has something for everyone - #lakewoodnews

"Annie" plays through Feb. 24th at BDT Stage (formerly known as Boulder's Dinner Theatre). Located at 2525 Arapahoe Ave., in Boulder, the venerable dinner theater is one of the best

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Letter to the Editor: Not facing the problem - #lakewoodnews

Not facing the problem It is good and right that Colorado state lawmakers are "Facing the Problem" of opioid addiction and the resulting overdose deaths. As reported in the Jan. 4 newspaper

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When a friend is facing addiction - #lakewoodnews

Question -- How do I talk to someone about substance use or addiction? I'm concerned about a friend who doesn't think they have a problem but it's becoming more apparent to everyone else that

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Battle of the Sexes III: Return of the Gentleman - #lakewoodnews

"Hey, hon. You want to watch some TV?" "Sure, sounds good. What's on?" "I don't know -- why don't you find out?" [hits the 'Guide' button on the cable remote] "Let's see ...

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G Line continues to test - #lakewoodnews

Testing on the G Line resumed Jan. 2, but there is still a long process before the commuter line is open to passengers. "An opening date for the G Line has not yet been announced, as such a

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Breaking news: Deputy killed and two at large in Thornton shooting - #lakewoodnews

Law enforcement agencies continued to hunt Thursday morning for two suspects in the shooting death of an Adams County Deputy at about 7 p.m. Jan. 24.

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Tens of thousands march for equality, women's rights - #lakewoodnews

The resistance showed up in strong force at the Denver Women's March on Jan. 20 at Civic Park in Denver. Tens of thousands of people from Colorado and beyond converged on the capitol to advocate

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Safe2Tell emerges as key resource to keeping students safe - #lakewoodnews

Safe2Tell, an anonymous way for students, parents, school staff and community members to report concerns regarding their safety or the safety of others, emerged as a needed resource in the aftermath

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Learning from lessons of the past - #lakewoodnews

One way the Jeffco school district is sharing its knowledge is through the The Frank DeAngelis Center for Community Safety -- named after former Columbine High School Principal Frank DeAngelis --

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Keeping students, schools safe - #lakewoodnews

In Colorado, where eight school shootings have occurred since 1982 -- leaving 19 dead and 29 wounded -- keeping students safe is a reality that has spurred Denver metro area districts to lead the

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Five words to live by -- plus your own word - #lakewoodnews

One word." Just one word. As I was preparing to write this column I was inspired by something my friend Tom Ziglar had shared with me. Tom shared with me his "one word" for the year. He shared ...

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Skip, skip, skip to the flu, skip to the flu, it's jarring - #lakewoodnews

Have you had a flu shot?" "No, thank you." "Do you want to get a flu shot?" "No, thank you." I told my doctor it's a "minor pleasure" to be ill. I was being serious (for once). An ...

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Schools filling jobs of football coaches for coming year - #lakewoodnews

Colorado high school football's coaching carousel is slowing down but there are still some turns remaining. John Trahan has moved from Smoky Hill to coach at Highlands Ranch, former Arapahoe coach ...

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The romantic habits of rattlesnakes and dinosaurs - #lakewoodnews

When it comes to Valentine's Day, there are some date ideas that have been done to death -- fancy dinner, movie for two, going out dancing. While all fun, none of these are particularly unique.

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Police spokesman retires after almost 15 years - #lakewoodnews

In his office Steve Davis, Lakewood Police's public information officer for the past almost 15 years, has a photo of himself facing a sea of reporters, cameras, and microphones. The photo was taken

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St. Anthony receives national recognition - #lakewoodnews

At least half of the operating room (OR)nursing staff at Centura Health-St. Anthony Hospital is CNOR certified -- specifically trained in working with patients, before, during and after surgery.

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adella pospisil schultz - #lakewoodnews

About Me I am an 80-year-old great, great grandmother. Born the youngest of five children I was raised on a small farm near Valparaiso, Nebraska. My parents relocated to Seward County when I was in

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Tens of thousands march for equality, women's rights - #lakewoodnews

The resistance showed up in strong force at the Denver Women's March on Jan. 20 at Civic Park in Denver. Tens of thousands of people from Colorado and beyond converged on the capitol to advocate

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Jeffco GOP Vacancy Committee selects Tina Francone to be county commissioner - #lakewoodnews

A Regional Transportation District (RTD) director will take over the vacant Jefferson County Commissioner seat. The Vacancy Committee of the Jefferson County Republican Party announced on Jan. 19

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Student art POPs at Foothills Art Center - #lakewoodnews

For John Luna, it started out as childhood scribbles on a piece of paper. "And it grew from there," he said. "I like being able to imagine something, then see it come to life on paper." Now,

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Health department seeks community input - #lakewoodnews

Jefferson County Public Health is seeking the public's help with identifying the top health priorities in the county. All county residents are encouraged to participate in the health department's

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Metro area offers recording options - #lakewoodnews

Working in a recording studio is all about capturing sound in the best and highest quality possible. So, it's no surprise that the best way for engineers and producers to first get to know from

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Keeping the curious out at Columbine - #lakewoodnews

John McDonald, executive director of safety, security and emergency planning for Jefferson County Public Schools, says the evidence of a security team's success lies in what events have been

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Lasley Park goes under the knife, with help - #lakewoodnews

Sue Fenniman has lived right across from Lasley Park in Lakewood since 1976, and while she's always enjoyed the 10-acre park, her description of it is a little lackluster. "It's been a pretty

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Economic forecast: Fair to partly cloudy - #lakewoodnews

Colorado's roaring economy, though still a national leader, may be beginning to calm somewhat, while pressures in the state -- such as stagnant wages and skyrocketing housing prices -- as well as ...

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LIFE TIME ATHLETIC FLATIRONS HIRES ALL-STAR CAST TO LEAD EXCLUSIVE PROGRAMMING - #lakewoodnews

General Manager Gino Santia and nearly 200 Performers set to deliver the ultimate health and wellness experience upon opening in late January BROOMFIELD, CO. (January 22, 2018) - As

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D'Evelyn boys hoops rallies against 3A's No. 7 Faith Christian - #lakewoodnews

DENVER -- The mid-season jumpstart D'Evelyn's boys basketball team needed might have come Jan. 16 with a non-league victory over a formidable foe. The Jaguars overcame a halftime deficit to

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Lakewood's Gabe Dinette looks primed for a 3rd state wrestling title - #lakewoodnews

LITTLETON -- The 160-pound bout during the Class 5A Jeffco League dual just looked different then all the other wrestling matches Jan. 18 at Chatfield High School. Lakewood's two-time state

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Man killed after being hit by vehicles identified - #lakewoodnews

A pedestrian killed when he was hit by multiple vehicles on Wadsworth Boulevard has been identified, according to a news release from the Lakewood Police Department. Kevin Michael Damico, 57, of

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PHOTOS: 2018 Denver Women's March at Civic Center Park - #lakewoodnews

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Allstate volunteers earn $30,000 grant for nonprofit - #lakewoodnews

Allstate agency owners and financial specialists from the Denver area recently came together to secure a $30,000 Allstate Foundation Helping Hands grant to benefit Integrated Family Community

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Jeffco Standout Performers: Jan. 18 - #lakewoodnews

Each Week, Colorado Community Media sportswriter Jim Benton picks six stellar performances from high school athletes to highlight. Preference is given to those who have not make a prior appearance. ...

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Letter to the Editor: Jeffco gets less transparent for parents - #lakewoodnews

Why, at their Jan. 11 meeting, did the Jeffco school board take it upon themselves to swiftly pass a consent agenda item making it more difficult for parents to know if their children's ...

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Letter to the Editor: A Korean's view - #lakewoodnews

The recent Mary Stobie column about two men with very contrasting opinions on North Korea was interesting.Our president, Mr. Trump is "The truthful real leader." And the other one is just ...

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Twins are powerhouse basketball performers - #lakewoodnews

Standley Lake seniors Garrett and Savannah Martin have been double trouble for Jefferson County 4A basketball opponents this season. The Martins are fraternal twins and like most siblings are very ...

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What you see is what you get -- so carefully create what you see - #lakewoodnews

I was talking with a husband and wife a few years ago. They were from Kansas and for years came to Colorado every winter for a ski vacation. As they drove in from I-70 heading west, they would always ...

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If we're lucky, we'll evolve until we're as good as dogs - #lakewoodnews

Should anyone who impersonates an impersonator be allowed to vote? There's a impressionist in Branson who impersonates Rich Little. Should anyone who can't remember when to put their trash out be ...

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Real leadership is shown by putting mission ahead of self - #lakewoodnews

"Never mistake motion for action." -Ernest Hemingway "Never mistake knowledge for wisdom."--Elanor Roosevelt (or perhaps Sandra Carey) There are a great many qualities that we attribute to

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Mines students work with disabled veterans to provide better quality of life - #lakewoodnews

Colorado School of Mines students are elevating the quality of life for some of the nation's greatest heroes. "The independence they're helping us gain," said Velette Britt, 29, an Air Force

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Brittany Pettersen, Democrat, House District 28 - #lakewoodnews

What have you been up to in the months since the last session? I spent the summer and fall chairing a bipartisan committee to address the opioid epidemic in Colorado. We concluded our last meeting on

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Andy Kerr, Democrat, Senate District 22 - #lakewoodnews

What have you been up to in the months since the last session? Well, I ran for Congress, and then I didn't (laughs). Most of the summer I spent time with my family and friends, and we have our

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Chris Kennedy, Democrat, House District 23 - #lakewoodnews

What have you been up to in the months since the last session? I kept pretty busy. I served on the interim committee that explored our opioid epidemic and helped craft six bills to reduce

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Cheri Jahn, Independent, Senate District 20 - #lakewoodnews

Editor's note: This Q&A has been shortened for space purposes. To read the full version, go to LakewoodSentinel.com. What have you been up to in the months since the last session? Although I

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Trail improvements planned for two Lakewood parks - #lakewoodnews

Sections of concrete park paths will be replaced at O'Kane Park, 7101 W. First Ave., and Belmar Park, 801 S. Wadsworth Blvd., in Lakewood. The project kicked off in early January and is scheduled

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Lakewood legislators ready for challenges of 2018 - #lakewoodnews

The 2018 legislative session is just getting started, and there's no shortage of work to be done in the coming months. Lakewood residents are facing the same challenges many metro area residents

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Removing Rooney renovation ribbon - #lakewoodnews

Ward 4 councilmember David Skilling join Rooney Ranch Elementary leaders for the school's playground renovation ribbon cutting on Jan. 8.  Students, faculty, local leaders and neighbors gathered

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David Radman - #lakewoodnews

About Me I grew up in the Lakewood area and graduated from Green Mountain High School in 1986. I went on to attend college at Red Rocks and Metro into the early 90s. I have worked for King Soopers

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Police launch Family Crimes Team - #lakewoodnews

It's difficult to imagine a crime more personal and damaging than domestic violence, sexual assault and elder abuse, and -- as the ambush in Douglas County on Dec. 31 showed -- these situations

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Colorado aerospace companies flying high - #lakewoodnews

Colorado's economy may be more associated with beer and marijuana than space, but the state's robust aerospace industry is flying high. Leaps in technology and beefed-up defense spending have ...

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Riders give RTD high marks - #lakewoodnews

RTD customers perceive the overall quality of RTD services to be very high, according to the results of the district's latest customer satisfaction survey. The average rating of the overall quality

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Health department offers free radon test kits in January - #lakewoodnews

Radon exposure is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, and about half the homes tested in Jefferson County have high levels of radon, according to a news release from Jefferson County

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Jeffco Schools launches million dollar innovation fund - #lakewoodnews

In an effort to capitalize on great ideas from teachers, the Jefferson County Public Schools Board of Education will be launching the Jeffco Innovation Acceleration Fund that will invest in the

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Two men talking about North Korea - #lakewoodnews

Yesterday I was in a coffee shop. As I sat at my table, sipping my latte, I could hear voices behind me. I turned my head slightly to see two men, both over the age of 60. They were wearing T-shirts

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Jeffco Standout Performers: Week of Jan. 11 - #lakewoodnews

Gianna Walker, Wheat RidgeWalker, a senior outfielder, had a banner day in the 17-6 softball win over Green Mountain on Sept. 19 with four hits, four runs scored, four runs batted in and three ...

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No. 2 Golden undefeated heading into showdown - #lakewoodnews

GOLDEN -- Bumps in the road are always expected during the basketball season. While Golden (11-0, 2-0 in Class 4A Jeffco League) remained at No. 2 in the latest CHSAANow.com 4A girls basketball

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A chat with your new Bud - #lakewoodnews

This November, Wheat Ridge Mayor Joyce Jay, who had been on the city council since 2009, and mayor since 2013, was term limited, and stepped down. While her Monday nights just got a lot more free,

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Letter to the Editor: Cars, not coal plants, are the worst - #lakewoodnews

Yes, renewables as an alternative to coal is good. Colorado is doing a good job toward that end. From 2010 to 2016 our electricity from renewables doubled, now at 20 percent of total. We ranked ...

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Gunman used four firearms, surveillance cameras during standoff with deputies - #lakewoodnews

Four Douglas County Sheriff's Office deputies and a sergeant move single file into a Highlands Ranch apartment, shoving their way through a barricade. The first deputy in line, Taylor Davis, holds up ...

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Law enforcement wanted to charge gunman before shooting - #lakewoodnews

Law enforcement officers were actively searching for ways to criminally charge Matthew Riehl, the suspect in a New Year's Eve shooting that left Douglas County Deputy Zackari Parrish dead, for his ...

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Forming healthy financial habits at Young Americans Center - #lakewoodnews

Every great financial empire had to start with just a few dollars going into a bank account somewhere. Which means 14-year-old Katelyn Osborne, who lives in Denver, is ahead of the curve when it

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Dancers hone skills at workshop - #lakewoodnews

Lakewood resident Taylor Woolums dances daily at Colorado State University. But over the winter break, she was looking for somewhere to hone her skills until classes resumed. That's where the

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Looking back - and looking forward - #lakewoodnews

Over the holiday break, I had the time to reflect on this past year and all the changes that have come to Jefferson County Public Schools, and to also consider our future. 2017 marked a number of

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Arvada Gardeners, community garden deemed bicycle-friendly - #lakewoodnews

The Arvada Gardeners and Arvada Community Garden were recognized as a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Business by the League of American Bicyclists. Arvada's is the first community garden in the country to

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To make the greatest investments, focus on your people and yourself - #lakewoodnews

Throughout the year the community is always so responsive to this column, and I really do appreciate you all so much and I am also grateful for all of the emails and questions that come in each week. ...

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Amid gun glut, 'This is Colorado' says too much and too little - #lakewoodnews

Douglas County Sheriff Tony Spurlock said, "This is Colorado. Everybody has a gun." Seven words that create a mural. Should they be added to our license plates and the signs that welcome ...

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Public invited to learn about WestConnect study - #lakewoodnews

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the WestConnect Coalition are hosting three public meetings to inform people about the outcomes of a recent Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) ...

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Getting a glimpse of the ArtLine - #lakewoodnews

Lakewood is looking to get more colorful, with the coming 40 West ArtLine project to the West Colfax area. And now residents are being asked to check out an early draft of this colorful creation, and ...

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Nominations sought for Good News Breakfast celebration - #lakewoodnews

If you know of a group or individual dedicated to preparing workers for the 21st century workforce, the Good News Breakfast steering committee wants to hear about it. The committee is looking for

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Local theater group brings show on the road - #lakewoodnews

When Janine Kehlenbach started her theater company, 11 Minutes, six years ago the goal was to connect people. "The reason I always wanted to do theater was because I think we live in a time where

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Jeffco health department to work toward health equity in New Year - #lakewoodnews

Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) has made a New Year's resolution. It is to invest time, work and heart into advancing health equity in Jefferson County. "This year's resolution is one of

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Area clinic fuels women's interest in hockey - #lakewoodnews

Courtney Tamulis, 28, has had a lifelong dream of playing ice hockey. As a child she played roller hockey and in college at Colorado School of Mines, she won the intramural championship with her ...

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High school athletes take time to help team of fourth-grade girls - #lakewoodnews

It's easy to notice Makena Prey's talents on the basketball court or the golf course. However, the Golden High School senior has also been an influence in the classroom with a 4.66 weighed

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Newly released footage sheds more light on fatal shooting of deputy - #lakewoodnews

Douglas County deputies were attempting to place the man who killed Deputy Zackari Parrish on a mental health hold while he reportedly was going through a "manic episode," according to a newly ...

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Traffic, housing costs, retirement funds take spotlight - #lakewoodnews

Democrats recently remarked that Colorado has "no shortage of unmet needs" -- a comment that elicited a sardonic tone from Colorado House Minority Leader Patrick Neville, R-Castle Rock -- and

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'It's up to us to remember him and to be like him' - #lakewoodnews

Zackari Parrish was the type of deputy who would shield a child's eyes if a parent were being handcuffed, explained Castle Rock Police Chief Jack Cauley. Parrish took the lead in organizing a

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'It makes you appreciate your family, appreciate every day' - #lakewoodnews

More than 1,000 civilians and upward of 50 law-enforcement agencies turned out for the funeral procession of Douglas County Sheriff's Deputy Zackari Parrish in Highlands Ranch Jan. 5. Parrish, 29, ...

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­­­­­­Crowds assemble to 'give honor for what he gave us' - #lakewoodnews

Members of the public began dotting Grace Boulevard -- which was the final leg of the funeral procession route for Deputy Zackari Parrish -- well before 9 a.m. on Jan. 5. Three of those crowd

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Deputy's funeral procession draws massive community turnout - #lakewoodnews

Thousands of people lined the route of Deputy Zackari Parrish's funeral procession in Douglas County this morning, as a motorcade with more than 1,000 law enforcement vehicles made its way from ...

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Arvada shelter keeps local homeless warm - #lakewoodnews

As the temperatures continue to drop, those experiencing homelessness in Arvada now have a place to stay warm overnight with the opening of a severe weather shelter. The network is an extension of ...

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Letter to the Editor: Some schooling suggestions - #lakewoodnews

Jeffco School Superintendent Glass’ calls, in his monthly op-ed, “Generations” visions, calling for public comment, which follows. There’s need for at least a year of

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The Bookworm's very best new books of 2017 - #lakewoodnews

Trust me on this: when you read more than 300 books a year, you come across some books that are not-so-good. Thankfully, you come across more of them that are good, great, or even stellar. Here's

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Teaching grandchildren to help and thank others - #lakewoodnews

A New Year's resolution might be to continue teaching children to do good deeds and have good social skills. Children can show gratitude to those who rarely receive a thank you. People who deserve

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Let us enter 2018 with reasonable humor and good grace - #lakewoodnews

Courtesy. Integrity. Perseverance. Self-Control. Indomitable Spirit. My brothers and sisters in the Korean art of Taekwondo instantly recognized that list I just ... er, listed. Those are the tenets ...

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The year that was for Jefferson County - #lakewoodnews

The year 2017 was one of note for Jefferson County. Here is a whirlwind recitation of some of the stories that filled our pages this previous calendar. Combining public safety services CHEEZO lives

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Development dominates Lakewood's 2017 - #lakewoodnews

Looking back at 2017, its clear that all the top topics of discussion in Lakewood came from the same root -- development and its role in the future of the city. From city council chambers and

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LS 0104 Mayor Letter - #lakewoodnews

Greetings Lakewood! How time flies; yet another year is almost history. We are fortunate to live in a great community. As I reflect on the great honor I have to be your mayor, I have realized that we

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A look back at the top issues in Jefferson County Public Schools in 2017 - #lakewoodnews

Despite small raise, teacher pay continues to lag With the failure of the $33 million mill levy override and $535 million bond package that the Jefferson County Schools Board of Education presented

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Sportsmen's Expo welcomes all - #lakewoodnews

There are many reasons why so many people have been moving to Colorado over the years, but one is certainly the plethora of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The activity options seem to be

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Celebration planned to bid farewell to Rosier - #lakewoodnews

A farewell celebration for Jefferson County Commissioner Donald Rosier is planned for Jan. 11 in Hearing Room 1 at the Administration and Courts Facility, 100 Jefferson County Parkway. The program

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First-year challenges are nothing new for hockey coach - #lakewoodnews

Many years ago, I wrote a paper about the value of experience. This is another tale about lessons than can be learned from experience. Chaparral has a first-year hockey team competing in the Colorado

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Anxious anticipation can be perfect situation for strong transfiguration - #lakewoodnews

Well here we are again, the very first week of the year. Many of us have been filled with great anticipation as we awaited the arrival of the New Year. Something new to look forward to, a shedding of

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Fire districts tout benefits of CPR, defibrillators - #lakewoodnews

It takes emergency responders between four and six minutes to respond to a 9-1-1 call, said Jeremy Metz, division chief of EMS at West Metro Fire Rescue. In the event of a sudden cardiac arrest,

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About letters to the editor - #lakewoodnews

Colorado Community Media welcomes letters to the editor. Please keep in mind the following rules: • Submit your letter in a Word document or in the body of an email. No PDFs, please. • Letters ...

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Father arrested five months after death of 3-month-old - #lakewoodnews

Lakewood police detectives have arrested 38-year-old Kelly Ray Kerr on suspicion of child abuse resulting in the death of his 3-month-old daughter, Olivia Hobbs, according to a news release from the

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