Lakewood man sentenced to probation for child porn - #lakewoodnews

Former Arvada firefighter Michael Gowey, 36, was sentenced Oct. 31 in Jefferson County District Court to six years sex offender intensive supervision probation. Gowey, a Lakewood resident, pleaded ...

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Telling stories on a digital stage - #lakewoodnews

It will surprise no one to hear that there are many, many differences between life in New York City and Denver. But comedian and podcaster Crystal Beth has come across one that may not be immediately ...

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Arvadan seeks to be first openly transgender person to hold state office - #lakewoodnews

Brianna Titone, an Arvada resident seeking election to represent House District 27 in Jefferson County, is hoping to make history as the first openly transgender person to hold state office in ...

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Letter to the editor: Voting for Walker Stapleton for better health care - #lakewoodnews

Health Care Op Ed Health care is the most important issue to me in this election. For that reason, I will be voting for Walker Stapleton. As a mother, grandmother, county commissioner and Chair ...

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Lakewood looks to ensure the integrity of its ballot process - #lakewoodnews

Transparency and accountability are reasons why Lakewood City Council is considering making changes to its Campaign Finance Code. City council began the process back in February when it formed the

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Belmar Elementary School shifts toward arts integration - #lakewoodnews

Michelle Saeger's second grade class at Belmar Elementary School is learning about the science of how organisms survive in different habitats -- through art. Students were required to create a

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Tom Quinn - #lakewoodnews

I've lived in Lakewood for 28 years. I came out to Colorado from Chicago, because I wanted to be near the mountains. While in Chicago I went to the Chicago-Kent College of Law, and I practiced law

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Ralston Valley scores big win over Pomona before playoffs - #lakewoodnews

ARVADA -- Ralston Valley ended its drought against rival Pomona on the football field Oct. 26 at the North Area Athletic Complex. The Mustangs, ranked No. 8 in the final CHSAANow.com Class 5A

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Bennett, Chamberlin finish prep cross country careers on the podium - #lakewoodnews

COLORADO SPRINGS -- Seniors Tiya Chamberlin (Wheat Ridge) and Carley Bennett (Lakewood) finished right where they wanted to Oct. 27 -- on the podium. The Class 4A and 5A Jeffco League girls cross

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Talking about safe sleep for infants - #lakewoodnews

It's not common knowledge for people to know that 3,600 babies die every year because of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) or from a sleep-related infant death, said Alison Jacobson, CEO of First

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How Prop 109 and 110 would affect Jeffco - #lakewoodnews

According to Ed Peterson, the transportation commissioner for District 2, which includes Jefferson County and parts of Broomfield County, there is a need of $10 billion to go towards Colorado's

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Trick or Treat takes to the streets in Olde Town Arvada - #lakewoodnews

Olde Town Arvada turned into Halloween Central Oct. 26 for the annual Trick Or Treat Street put on by the Olde Town Arvada Business Improvement District. The event is designed to be a family-friendly

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Lakewood asks for community input on dockless bikes and scooters - #lakewoodnews

Dockless transportation through electric scooters and bicycles have been a hit for some in Denver, but for others, they can be a bit of a nuisance. "It's really been mixed as far as the reaction

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Get off the political sidelines and vote on Nov. 6 - #lakewoodnews

In pro sports, as in politics, our perceptions of how the game is being played usually reflect the sideline from which we are watching. Unlike sports, however, politics sometimes offers us the

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Kelly caps a sadly familiar cautionary tale - #lakewoodnews

Parents of teenagers, I hope you are watching. Actually, I hope you are making your kids watch. The news of the last week has been a case study in life. And no, not politics -- I mean life. I have

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Letter to the editor: This John Johnson supports Jeffco 5A/5B - #lakewoodnews

In the Oct. 25 issue of the paper I read a letter titled "Remedial math." A clarification: My name is John E. Johnson. I am a colorado native, a resident of Arvada, 44 years old, and a retired ...

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Criticism and counterpoints about $567 million Jeffco bond - #lakewoodnews

Critics of the Jefferson County Public School's $567 million bond measure on the November ballot say the improvements to laid out in the capital improvement plan are unclear, not fair to all

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Jeffco could be headed for a financial shortfall - #lakewoodnews

Jefferson County may face some financial sustainability challenges in the near future. "Looking to 2020 and beyond, current estimates indicate that the growth of revenues will not keep pace with

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Candidate hopes to get Libertarian message 'out there' - #lakewoodnews

In the race for governor, Scott Helker, the Libertarian candidate, is glad he's coming in above the Mickey Mouse vote. A telephone survey conducted by Magellan Strategies LLC that took place

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Lottery win isn't necessary to be winner in generosity - #lakewoodnews

How about the excitement most of us recently experienced during the lotteries? Mega Millions turned into billions of dollars and Powerball, as of the writing of this column, is creeping up on a ...

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Shakespeare supposedly wrote a lot of great stuff - #lakewoodnews

I have a dab of Shakespeare (1582-1616) memorized, and that's about it. I am a failed scholar when it comes to most of it. Romeo and Juliet was set in Minneapolis and St. Paul. I think. I've ...

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Sometimes today is better than the old days - #lakewoodnews

I have admitted this before, but often I have a tendency to like the old way that things were done. However, I welcome the change the Colorado High School Activities Association adopted for the state

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Dating in dense Denver area - #lakewoodnews

Along with traffic and housing costs, the population boom in the Denver metro area can affect a less obvious part of residents' lives: navigating the dating world. "While that doesn't make us

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Jeffco Eats hoping for a second helping - #lakewoodnews

Andrea Syko sees students at Emory Elementary School in Lakewood suffer from hunger every day. Syko, the school's family engagement liaison, says some students at the school struggle to eat,

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Arvada teen performs in musical about bleeding disorders - #lakewoodnews

For Carson McCabe, 17, living with a bleeding disorder limits his daily life. He can't play contact sports, and psychologicaly it disconnects him from others his age. "It's one of those things that ...

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USGS comes to Mines in new partnership - #lakewoodnews

Faculty and students at the Colorado School of Mines will now have more opportunities to work alongside career scientists, thanks to a long-term partnership between Mines and the U.S. Geological

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Drop off ballots, don't mail them, state says - #lakewoodnews

The Colorado Secretary of State's Office, which oversees elections in the state, urged voters to drop off their ballots rather than mailing them after Oct. 29, according to a news release from the office.

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Jeffco Eats Faces of Hunger and Poverty Fundraising Dinner - #lakewoodnews

WHERE: 137 Union Blvd. at the Hampton Inn in Lakewood. WHEN: Nov. 10 at 6:30 p.m. COST: Tickets are $75 and can be purchased at jeffcoeats.org/November-10-faces-of-hunger-fundraiser/

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White Fence Farm prepares to close at the end of the year. - #lakewoodnews

Multiple reports say White Fence Farm, which has been a staple in the Lakewood community for decades, is set to close its doors Dec. 30. Restaurant owner Craig Caldwell said in a statement that White

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Heritage going once, going twice, gone - #lakewoodnews

An estimated 200-some people attended an auction at Heritage Amusement Park and the Garden Grill restaurant, 18301 W. Colfax Ave. in Golden, on Oct. 25. After being in operation for about 20 years,

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Time to Talk: Public forum on mental health and its impact on families - #lakewoodnews

It's time to talk about mental health. Mothers and mental health advocates talk about how mental illness affects families, and why -- and how -- we need to talk about it. The free community ...

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Golden boys soccer pounces early in playoff win over Fort Morgan - #lakewoodnews

ARVADA -- Golden didn't waste any time Wednesday night on getting its first boys soccer playoff in five years. The No. 11-seeded Demons defeated No. 22 Fort Morgan 4-0 in the opening round of ...

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Letter to the editor: George Brauchler for State AG - #lakewoodnews

George has the vision, ethics and integrity that make him the right choice for Colorado Attorney General. He is currently District Attorney for the 18th Judicial District, the largest in the ...

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Letter to the editor: Superintendent supports Amendment 73 - #lakewoodnews

As the former superintendent of Jeffco, I support Amendment 73 which supports our school districts in meeting the mission to educate all of our children. I want to speak with my heart. When I ...

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Edge Gallery hosts its 'Voice: A Celebration of Refugee Stories' gallery - #lakewoodnews

Sculptures, photos of refugees, paintings and more are on display at Edge Gallery in Lakewood until Oct. 28. All of the artwork focuses on telling the stories of refugees and asylum seekers. All of

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Jonathan Wachtel - #lakewoodnews

Love for the outdoors I grew up in Illinois where my family owns a multi-generational surplus and camping outdoor store. It's been in downtown Champaign, Illinois since 1947. I spent some time

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Fickle ingredients can create amazing chemistry - #lakewoodnews

Have you ever given much thought to chemistry? No, not your high school class that involved memorizing valence shells and balancing equations. And not the kind that was really on your mind during

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Thank goodness for freedom of the press -- oh, wait ... - #lakewoodnews

Someone is going to get killed. Oh, wait ... it's already happening. Perhaps you have heard of the latest incident, the murdered Jamal Khashoggi, state of Virginia resident and Washington Post

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Land near Dinosaur Ridge again on topic for county commissioners - #lakewoodnews

Development of an area near Dinosaur Ridge moves forward. The Jefferson County commissioners approved a rezone request that will allow additional commercial uses to a parcel of land where medium

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District 3 candidates talk Jefferson County issues - #lakewoodnews

This November, Jefferson County voters have a decision to make on who will be part of the team that leads the county. Tina Francone, a Republican, is the incumbent. Running against her is Democrat ...

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Alcohol and drugs suspected factors in vehicular homicide - #lakewoodnews

Police are investigating a vehicular homicide that took place around 11:20 p.m. last night. Lakewood Police officers were called to a home on the 13000 block of West Virginia Drive when reports of a

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MTB Tigers take on the state - #lakewoodnews

The Lakewood High School mountain bike team, which finished third overall in the North Division this year, had 14 of its 24 riders qualify for state, the team's best finish ever. The state ...

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Día de los Muertos events coming up - #lakewoodnews

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, isn't anything like Halloween, despite skulls being involved with the holiday. It's a three-day celebration that originated in central and southern Mexico

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Fandomonium celebration concludes Nov. 3 - #lakewoodnews

Jefferson County Public Library celebrates all things geek, nerd and fan during Fandomonium, a family-friendly series with events continuing through Nov. 3. The Fandomonium signature event concludes

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Flu shots available at Jeffco public health clinics - #lakewoodnews

Last year's flu season was the worst the United States has seen in years, with more than 900,000 people hospitalized and more than 80,000 deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and

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Banged up Pomona taken down by Columbine - #lakewoodnews

LAKEWOOD -- Columbine wrapped up the Class 5A Metro West League title and automatic postseason berth Friday, Oct. 19, in impressive fashion. The Rebels, undefeated and ranked No. 3 in the

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Action Center to recieve much needed donations - #lakewoodnews

Jefferson County's Action Center in Lakewood has been trying to recover from what John Covert, the organization's director of development, described as "a perfect storm." The Action

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County candidates introduce themselves to the community - #lakewoodnews

Not only do Jefferson County voters have a near overwhelming amount of ballot issues to decide on, a number of state seats to fill and a new governor to elect, there are six races specific to the

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A conversation about mental health with Mental Health Colorado - #lakewoodnews

Andrew Romanoff witnessed what can happen when someone's mental illness goes untreated: While he and his family were celebrating New Year's Day of 2015, his first cousin stepped into backyard and

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Heather Aardema - #lakewoodnews

Embracing minimalism We live in Wheat Ridge. We live in a 1,300 square foot home. And when we first moved to Wheat Ridge, I thought of it as my starter house and we would move into something bigger.

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Immerse yourself in films galore - #lakewoodnews

The history of cinema is the history of technology: For every great breakthrough in the world of tech, cinema has found a way to incorporate it into storytelling. Recently, this relationship has gone

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Letter to the editor: Support setbacks for oil, gas drilling - #lakewoodnews

Support setbacks for oil, gas drilling Why support 112? It puts our families' and kids' health first, ahead of industry lies. Per independent university research, toxic risks from fracking

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Take the pressure off and feel more accomplished - #lakewoodnews

We all probably know the saying, and more than likely we have heard it hundreds of times too, "Work smarter, not harder." Doesn't it seem like another one of those principles that sounds so ...

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What a deal, what a steal, gotta get an automobile - #lakewoodnews

I rarely buy, lease, rent or steal anything because of a television commercial. There are products I avoid, however, because the commercials that go along with them irritate the Cap'n Crunch out of ...

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Worlds collide in endearing production - #lakewoodnews

Surrounded by a large, polished wooden desk, cases filled with books, comfortable chairs and a window looking out on a campus lawn, all enhanced by subdued lighting, Frank (John Hutton), a professor

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is where it's at - #lakewoodnews

Michelle Valois says a typical day at the Denver Zoo is a lot of fun and a lot of work. Valois, a primate zookeeper, has been at the Denver Zoo for 17 years. Her job is to take care of the orangutans

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Pressure is on for runners aiming for title - #lakewoodnews

High school sports can be beneficial in demonstrating values that athletes can use later in life, like discipline, dedication, teamwork and the ability to handle adversity. However, one of the

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Letter to the editor: Thanks to Mayor Paul for opposing to Prop 112 - #lakewoodnews

I saw recently that Mayor Adam Paul came out against Proposition 112, and for that I say thank you. Proposition 112, the measure that would increase drilling setbacks from the existing 500 or 1,000 ...

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Letter to the editor: Lakewood politicians support 5A/5B - #lakewoodnews

Recognizing that our city cannot thrive without quality schools that attract new residents, ensure quality of life and serve as community anchors in our neighborhoods, and that successful schools ...

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Broncos backup quarterback Chad Kelly arrested on suspicion of home trespass in Englewood - #lakewoodnews

Chad Kelly, backup quarterback for the Denver Broncos, was arrested on suspicion of illegally entering a home in Englewood after midnight on Oct. 23, according to a news release by Englewood police. ...

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Program dedicated to youth mental health - #lakewoodnews

In Colorado, suicide is the leading cause of death for youths ages 10-17, and one in six teens has a diagnosable mental health condition, Children's Hospital Colorado reports. Over the last decade,

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Governor candidates keep slugging as election nears - #lakewoodnews

Republican state Treasurer Walker Stapleton and Democratic U.S. Rep. Jared Polis clashed again over health care, guns and Colorado's energy future in the fifth one-on-one debate of their ...

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Pumpkin Nights glows in Brighton - #lakewoodnews

A 40-foot long dragon. A ghostly pirate ship. An undersea wonderland. Those are just a few items in the fantastical lands, built using over 3,000 hand-carved pumpkins at Pumpkin Nights, which opened

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Smartest person in the room may be the one who's listening - #lakewoodnews

One of the common situations I hear about or questions I get asked by the community or from someone in a training session is this, "Sometimes I feel embarrassed in a team meeting because I don't ...

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Man believed to have been stabbed and struck with a gun - #lakewoodnews

Lakewood Police and Denver Police are investigating an incident after they found a victim who was possibly stabbed and hit with a gun yesterday evening. Both police agencies received calls about a ...

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Album is change from yesterday's news - #lakewoodnews

In the movies that were churned out during Hollywood's classic era in the 1930s, journalists mainly handled stress with a bottle of bourbon in their desks and an unending string of half-lit

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New senior community coming to Lakewood, as Jeffco continues to age - #lakewoodnews

Jefferson County is aging quickly, and as the population increases, so too does the demand for senior services in Lakewood. The U.S. Census Bureau says over 16 percent of the Jefferson County

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Lakewood Police encourage dropping off unused medications - #lakewoodnews

Looking to get rid of those unused pills and medications that have sat in the cabinet for months? Now is the opportunity to do so as the Lakewood Police Department is preparing for National

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Ralston Valley unable to slow down Columbine's Triple-H rushing attack - #lakewoodnews

ARVADA -- Columbine rushed its way to an impressive victory in a Class 5A top-10 football showdown against Ralston Valley on Thursday, Oct. 11. The North Area Athletic Complex was the site of the 5A

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'Chasing Coral' screening brings Pomona grad back to his roots - #lakewoodnews

When Pomona graduate Zack Rago joined the documentary crew of "Chasing Coral" he had no idea the impact it would have. "It was an incredibly cool opportunity for me being a young graduate and ...

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Editorial cartoon for Oct. 18 - #lakewoodnews

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CSU Extension gives aspiring civic leaders free classes - #lakewoodnews

Antoinette Martinez-Urioste had wanted to pursue community leadership for years. Unfortunately for her, she never knew where to start, or exactly what she wanted to do to impact the community. The

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Jeffco crowns league champions in cross country - #lakewoodnews

LITTLETON -- The weather was great during the Oct. 11 Jeffco League 4A and 5A races. However, rain and snow during the week left a few damp places on the course. In the 4A boys race, Green Mountain

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Jefferson County Standout Performers: Week of Oct. 18 - #lakewoodnews

Christaana Angelopulos, Arvada West As the team's leadoff hitter, the shortstop Angelopulos went 5-for-5 with a home run on the first pitch of the Oct. 13 regional playoff game against Mountain ...

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Golden aims to end 2-game losing streak against rival Wheat Ridge - #lakewoodnews

ARVADA -- Chatfield football improved to 2-0 in the Class 4A Jeffco League on Friday, Oct. 12, by leaning heavily on its run game. Chatfield (5-2 record) primarily used its running attack to take a

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Album is change from yesterday's news - #lakewoodnews

In the movies that were churned out during Hollywood's classic era in the 1930s, journalists mainly handled stress with a bottle of bourbon in their desks and an unending string of half-lit

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Watching big money at play as we approach election day - #lakewoodnews

Ah, the silly season. It's so much fun. Well, not if you get worked up about it, of course. Then you'll start to feel like Bill Murray in "Ghostbusters" when he proclaimed "I've been

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It's time to do our part for our Jeffco schools - #lakewoodnews

In August, just before the start of school, leaks in the roof at Green Mountain High School in Lakewood saturated the gym floor to the point that gymnastics and volleyball events had to be canceled.

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Lutheran Medical Center introduces new stroke tool - #lakewoodnews

When doctors at Lutheran Medical Center in Wheat Ridge are treating a patient who suffered from a stroke, they'll be armed with a new technology that they expect to increase quality of stroke care.

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Jeffco provides playground, workforce for industry to thrive - #lakewoodnews

Jefferson County is known as the Gateway to the Rockies. This makes it a prime spot for outdoor industry businesses and companies to thrive. "Jefferson County offers the quintessential Colorado

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Sanctuary housing exotic animals is something wild - #lakewoodnews

It was a sunny, pleasant fall day for a drive through the plains in southern Weld County and many of the inhabitants of the Wild Animal Sanctuary were basking -- on the grass, on platforms, in the

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Nothing simple about football playoff format - #lakewoodnews

There are still two weeks remaining in the regular season, but it's never too early to review the format for the state football playoffs. The Colorado High School Activities Association revealed

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Album is change from yesterday's news - #lakewoodnews

In the movies that were churned out during Hollywood's classic era in the 1930s, journalists mainly handled stress with a bottle of bourbon in their desks and an unending string of half-lit

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Gallery shows works by local women - #lakewoodnews

Celebrate local artists! From 6 to 10 p.m. on Oct. 26, the large gallery space at CORE New Art Space at Ninth Avenue and Santa Fe Drive will host the opening for "Night Circus," with works by

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Teen video contest encourages value of saving money - #lakewoodnews

Sunflower Bank is accepting submissions for its Lights, Camera, Save! video contest, which enourages teens to use video to communicate the value of saving money and inspire peers to become livelong

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Don't miss Women's Health & Beauty Expo at Belmar Shopping District - #lakewoodnews

Colorado Community Media is hosting the 2018 Women's Health and Beauty Expo presented by Aqua Spas on Oct. 20 at the Belmar Shopping District, 464 S. Teller St., Lakewood, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The

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'Everyone's a kid on Halloween' - #lakewoodnews

Few holidays afford the creativity of Halloween -- Christmas has its trees and presents, Independence Day has its explosives, but Halloween is celebrated many ways. Far transmuted from its murky

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Officials with business edge vie for seat - #lakewoodnews

In the governor's race, Coloradans have a choice between two candidates with business acumen who have each served in their current public offices for about a decade. Republican Walker Stapleton,

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Sheila Hayter - #lakewoodnews

Building Our New Energy Future' I started working at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in 1992 and I've been in various roles at the lab since. For about the past 10 years, I led a

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Nonprofit helps clothe children in need - #lakewoodnews

Inside a storefront in a corner of a shopping center off Colorado Boulevard, a group of teenage girls sorts through piles of clothes and hangers. They chatter as they work, pointing out national

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Candidates for governor juggle local issues - #lakewoodnews

To hear the candidates, their campaigns and political ads tell it, voters might get the impression the race for Colorado's governor seat is all about President Donald Trump. But up close, the

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Belmar Elementary celebrates Walk to School Day - #lakewoodnews

The weather was chilly, but Belmar Elementary students bundled up and gathered at Addenbrooke Park to walk to school together on Oct. 10 for Walk to School Day. October is Colorado Pedestrian Month,

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Bill Coors dies at age 102 - #lakewoodnews

William "Bill" Coors, the man known for pioneering the aluminum can and former chairman of the board of Adolph Coors Company, died peacefully in his home at age 102 on Oct. 13. A press release issued

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Editorial cartoon for Oct 11 - #lakewoodnews

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Kristina Joy Alley, candidate for House District 28 - #lakewoodnews

Party:Republican City: Lakewood Profession: Teacher Campaign Website: KristinaJoyAlley.com What makes you the best choice for this office? My experience of serving in inner-city ministry for the last

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Robert Hennessy, candidate for county Surveyor - #lakewoodnews

Republican incumbent Robert Hennessy did not respond to numerous requests to participate in this questionnaire.

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Arthur Erwin, candidate for House District 24 - #lakewoodnews

Party: Republican City: Golden Profession: Human Resource Director Campaign Website: Artforcolorado.com or www.facebook.com/ArtForColorado/ What makes you the best choice for this office? I am a firm

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Monica Duran, candidate for House District 24 - #lakewoodnews

Party: Democrat City: Wheat Ridge Profession: Dental Management Campaign Website: www.monicaduran.com What makes you the best choice for this office? I am a grassroots activist who took on powerful

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Joan Poston, candidate for House District 23 - #lakewoodnews

Party: Republican City of residence: Lakewoood Profession: Retired Medical Technologist/Microbiologist (ASCP) and Exotic Vet Tech Campaign Website: joanforcolorado.com What makes you the best choice

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Chris Kennedy, candidate for House District 23 - #lakewoodnews

Incumbent Party: Democrat City of residence: Lakewood Profession: Formerly a structural engineer, now committed to my legislative role full time Campaign Website: www.Kennedy4CO.com What makes you

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Bob Wilson, candidate for RTD Board of Directors District L - #lakewoodnews

City: Arvada Profession: Retired Energy Systems Engineer Campaign Website: www.BobWilsonforRTD.com What makes you the best choice for this office? I have a special blend of skills and abilities for

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Phil Munsterman, candidate for RTD Board of Directors District L - #lakewoodnews

City: Arvada Profession: Teacher Campaign Website: www.philmunsterman.com What makes you the best choice for this office? I think I will bring a unique perspective to the board.  As a teacher at a

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Shelley Cook, candidate for RTD Board of Directors District L - #lakewoodnews

City: Arvada Profession: Manager of nonprofit organization Campaign Website: www.shelleycook4rtd.com or FB:@ShelleyCook4RTD or on Twitter @Shelley_Cook What makes you the best choice for this office?

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Frank Teunissen, candidate for Treasurer - #lakewoodnews

Party: Republican City: FrankForJeffco.com Profession: Lakewood Campaign Website: Frankteunissen.com/ What makes you the best choice for this office? The treasurer acts as the banker for hundreds of

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Jerry DiTullio, candidate for Treasurer - #lakewoodnews

Party: Democrat City: Wheat Ridge Profession: Treasurer for Wheat Ridge & teacher at WRHS Campaign Website: www.jerryditullio.com/elections What makes you the best choice for this office? There

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Bryan Douglass, candidate for Surveyor - #lakewoodnews

Party: Democrat City: Lakewood Profession: Professional Land Surveyor Campaign Website: bpdouglass@gmail.com What makes you the best choice for this office? I'm qualified beyond the demands of the

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Thomas Weldon, candidate for Coroner - #lakewoodnews

Party: Republican City: Lakewood Profession: Medicolegal Death Investigator Campaign Website: weldonforcoroner.com What makes you the best choice for this office? I am a veteran investigator

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Annette Cannon, candidate for Coroner - #lakewoodnews

Party: Democrat City: Westminster Profession: Registered Nurse Campaign Website: www.CannonForJeffCoCoroner.com What makes you the best choice for this office?? I have an extensive medical background

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George Stern, candidate for Clerk and Recorder - #lakewoodnews

Party: Democrat City: Golden Profession: Attorney and business consultant; volunteer firefighter Campaign Website: www.GeorgeSternforColorado.com or facebook.com/GeorgeSternforColorado Why are you

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Faye Griffin, candidate for Clerk and Recorder - #lakewoodnews

Incumbent Party: Republican City of Residence: Unincorporated Jefferson County near Arvada Profession: Current county Clerk and Recorder Campaign website: FayeGriffin4jeffco@yahoo.com Why are you

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Tina Francone, candidate for County Commissioner -- District 3 - #lakewoodnews

Appointed incumbent Party: Republican City of residence: Littleton Profession: Jefferson County Commissioner Campaign Website: www.TinaForJeffco.com What makes you the best candidate for District 3?

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Lesley Dahlkemper, candidate for Jefferson County Commissioner -- District 3 - #lakewoodnews

Party: Democrat City of residence: Unincorporated Lakewood Profession: Former business owner, journalist and nonprofit executive Campaign Website: www.dahlkemperforjeffco.com  Twitter: @ldahlkemper

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Scot Kersgaard, candidate for Assessor - #lakewoodnews

Party: Democrat City: Lakewood Profession: Real estate agent Campaign Website: KersgaardForJeffco.com; Facebook/ScotKersgaardForAssessor Why are you seeking this office? I believe the Jefferson

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Brian Cassidy, candidate for Assessor - #lakewoodnews

Party: Republican City: Unincorporated Jefferson County/Littleton Profession: Senior Commercial Appraiser Campaign Website: www.Cassidy4JeffCo.com or Twitter @Cassidy4JeffCo or Facebook at

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Grady Nouis, candidate for House District 29 - #lakewoodnews

Party: Republican City: Westminster Profession: Laser Light Show Company Owner Campaign Website: gradyforhouse.com, facebook.com/gradyforhouse What makes you the best choice for this office? I am

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Tracy Kraft-Tharp, candidate for House District 29 - #lakewoodnews

Party:Democrat City: Arvada Profession: Policy Consultant/State Legislator Campaign Website: TracyForStateRep.com What makes you the best choice for this office? I have deep roots in our community.

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

Danny Kingman, Lakewood The senior number 2 singles player became a Region 5 champ on Oct. 3. Kingman and a few of his teammates now move on to the Oct. 11-13 5A state tennis ...

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Letter to the editor: Vote Brauchler for AG - #lakewoodnews

I've known him for more than 25 years. I've seen him in the courtroom, the classroom and the boardroom. I've seen his skill and zeal at work and I know his character. George Brauchler will ...

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Female a cappella group from Zimbabwe to perform in Lakewood - #lakewoodnews

A five-member female a cappella ensemble from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, will perform a fusion of Zimbabwean-rooted music, Afro jazz, gospel and crossover at a Lakewood concert Oct. 27. Nobuntu was founded

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Guide to voting in Jeffco - #lakewoodnews

Election Day, Nov. 6, is less than one month away. In Jefferson County, voters have a few options on how to register and vote. Here's how: Register The first step to voting is to make sure you're

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Green Mountain's Geometry in Construction program recognized - #lakewoodnews

At Green Mountain High School, ninth and 10th grade students enrolled in the Geometry in Construction program don't question when they'll have to use geometry in real life scenarios. Instead,

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Lakewood considering a licensing system for tobacco retailers - #lakewoodnews

Tasmin Duncan has a front row seat to see how tobacco affects the lives of teen. Duncan, a student at Lakewood High School, says she sees students sneak into the bathroom to vape tobacco. She'll

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'Uncanny Valley' poses questions for audience - #lakewoodnews

The best science fiction isn't just concerned with cool technology and chilling or thrilling plot twists. It makes the audience consider the effects that science, technology and other futuristic

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On birthdays, the Holocaust and Eva Levine - #lakewoodnews

As I celebrate my birthday this week, my thoughts turn instead to Eva Levine. I commemorate Eva's birthday - July 6, 1916 - as I do every year, by reflecting on the Holocaust; however, because

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Foothills Animal Shelter names executive director - #lakewoodnews

Connie Howard has been named executive director at Foothills Animal Shelter. Howard's background in animal welfare spans more than 30 years. Howard has been in the Front Range area since 1998, and

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Cold War Patriots event honors workers - #lakewoodnews

Cold War Patriots, a community resource organization that is the nation's strongest and most sustained voice advocating for nuclear weapons and uranium worker benefits, will host a free event in

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Ready to vote? Here's what you need to do in Douglas County - #lakewoodnews

Ballots for the Nov. 6 election will soon be mailed out. Douglas County residents who plan to vote on Election Day need to make sure they're registered and ready. Ballots will be mailed to all

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Volunteers sought for School Food and Nutrition Task Force - #lakewoodnews

Jeffco Public Schools announced Oct. 5 the formation of a new task force: Food and Nutrition Services. Jeffco Public Schools wishes to examine current and best/next practices in providing healthy and

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Community Table seeks board of directors applicants - #lakewoodnews

Community Table, a nonprofit organization that helps fight hunger in the greater Arvada area, is looking for individuals with strong leadership skills and a passion for helping others to join its

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School safety task force calls for proactive approach - #lakewoodnews

The goal of the Jefferson County Public Schools' community safety and security task force recommendations are to move from a reactive to proactive response when it comes to the safety and security

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Arvada man aims to be more than a tourist - #lakewoodnews

Ed Talbot calls himself a bit of an environmentalist. And he loves to travel. For the last 15 years Talbot has been combining those passions to volunteer with Earthwatch Institute, an international

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Letter to the editor: Vote Brauchler for AG - #lakewoodnews

Vote Brauchler for AG I've known him for more than 25 years. I've seen him in the courtroom, the classroom and the boardroom. I've seen his skill and zeal at work and I know his character.

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Archery meets dodgeball in Arvada - #lakewoodnews

Think dodgeball, but played with bows and foam-tipped arrows in an indoor arena. That's the premise behind Archery Games Denver, which opened in Arvada the weekend of Sept. 15. The action-packed

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Longmire story takes series hero across border - #lakewoodnews

Wyoming Sheriff Walt Longmire has been fighting Mexican drug cartel boss Tomas Bidarte for some time, but things truly took a bad turn at the end of Craig Johnson's last Longmire book, "Western ...

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Be extraordinary today -- in an extra ordinary way - #lakewoodnews

Looking at the title of today's column may have some of you a little overwhelmed. I mean some of you may be saying to yourselves, "Extraordinary? I am happy to just get through the day." Wow, ...

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As Bruegel would say, DIA is boorish and depressing - #lakewoodnews

This lively essay needs an image to go along with it. Please look up Pieter Bruegel the Elder's painting "The Fall of the Rebel Angels," and have it handy when you read the following paragraph

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Quirky combinations are unique attractions - #lakewoodnews

The Denver metro area has it all -- diverse entertainment in spectacular venues; vast shopping options from big box retail to small, family-owned businesses; and a variety of dining establishments.

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Get to know the state ballot measures - #lakewoodnews

Colorado voters will decide on 13 state-level measures, addressing big issues like education and road funding, oil and gas setbacks, and congressional redistricting. The measures are of three types: ...

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Lakewood man shot and killed at home Sunday - #lakewoodnews

Lakewood Police are searching for suspects after a 27 year-old male was shot and killed at a home on the 800 block of Van Gordon St. Anthony Rudnick was found with an apparent gunshot wound on ...

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For Arapahoe, not playing was right move - #lakewoodnews

Arapahoe High School officials made a tough decision last week. But it was the right call to forfeit the school's football game against rival Cherry Creek after the deaths of two students within ...

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Lakewood celebrates Cider Days for 43rd consecutive year - #lakewoodnews

Cider Days aims to please every type of guest that attends the event each year. The two-day festivity was created as a way to celebrate Lakewood's agricultural heritage. Residents were treated to

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Golden softball completes sweep of 4A Jeffco with win over D'Evelyn - #lakewoodnews

GOLDEN -- Not even temperatures in the 40s could cool off a red-hot Golden softball squad on the morning of Oct. 6. The Demons, ranked No. 7 in the CHSAANow.com Class 4A softball poll, blasted four

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Attorney general race draws sharp line between approaches - #lakewoodnews

One prosecuted the Aurora theater shooter. The other worked as an assistant to Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg. One's the elected district attorney in a south metro district of more than 1 ...

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ALL 0927 DAR SAP - #lakewoodnews

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Jeffco Standouts Performers: Week of Oct. 04 - #lakewoodnews

Gabby Seigh, Bear Creek The sophomore utility player (hitting .328) provided just what her team needed, going 2-3 with two RBI's in the Bear's Sept. 27 win over Lakewood. Kristin ...

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CDPHE says Terumo BCT made progress reducing ethylene oxide - #lakewoodnews

Last month, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that Terumo BCT Sterilization Services in Lakewood is one of 26 places in the country where emissions of ethylene oxide may pose an

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My name is... Rita Summers - #lakewoodnews

Homecoming I was raised in Green Mountain, and I graduated from Green Mountain High School. Since Sept. 4, I have been working as the Lakewood Cultural Center administrator. Before taking this job, I

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Letter to the editor: Supporting Net Neutrality - #lakewoodnews

Because of the recent federal ruling to remove net neutrality protections, we may soon see "throttling" or slowing down of selected applications like Netflix or Facebook. ISPs may start ...

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Letter to the editor: Think of heating costs with Prop 112 vote - #lakewoodnews

When it comes to considering Prop 112, which would increase setbacks for new oil and gas drilling operations from 500 feet to 2,500 feet, one of the things I keep coming back to is our home ...

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Letter to the editor: More of Gwyn Green's accomplishments - #lakewoodnews

When the Governor proposed completing the Denver Beltway from C-470 in Golden to the end of the NW Parkway, Gwyn became the main voice in opposition. She frequently reminded everyone that the ...

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Letter to the editor: Critiquing the critique - #lakewoodnews

In the Sept. 18 edition columnist Michael Alcorn wrote the column "Big Projects, like moving a school grade, have a lot of little steps." As noted by the author, neighborhood schools were ...

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Letter to the editor: Opposition to school funding perplexes - #lakewoodnews

I must say those who do not support the school funding measures on the ballot this November perplex me. Many of these letters promote half-truths, misinformation or outright lies. First off, these ...

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Alma mater days come to end for top player - #lakewoodnews

I've never considered "old school" to be a derogatory term, especially since I'm more old-school than I sometimes want to admit. I do have a cell phone and know enough about computers,

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`I Can Only Imagine' what happens when we tell our own story - #lakewoodnews

One of my very favorite songs is by MercyMe, and the name of the song is, "I Can Only Imagine." You may have heard it before. You may have seen the movie that was made about the song and its

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Autumn has list full of ways to be wistful - #lakewoodnews

Autumn. A six-letter word that summons hundreds, and all of them are apples and the color orange. My friend Thoreau said, "I would rather sit on a pumpkin, and have it all to myself than be crowded

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Fundraiser to benefit Colorado Feeding Kids - #lakewoodnews

Unity on the Avenue plans its 2018 community outreach fundraiser to benefit Colorado Feeding Kids, a local nonprofit that provides nonperishable meals to Colorado kids and families through food banks

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Editorial cartoon for Oct. 4 2018 - #lakewoodnews

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'Educating Rita' gets smart treatment - #lakewoodnews

Emily Van Fleet and John Hutton are very familiar with the words in the Arvada Center's Black Box season-opener, "Educating Rita." After all, they're the only two people on the stage for the

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Golden softball goes deep to defeat rival Wheat Ridge - #lakewoodnews

GOLDEN -- It was one step closer to a Class 4A Jeffco League softball title Sept. 29 for Golden. The Demons (14-6 record, 7-0 in league) not only won its 11th straight game, but stayed undefeated in

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Green Mountain boys soccer knocks off the rust against Wheat Ridge - #lakewoodnews

LAKEWOOD -- It took a little bit, but Green Mountain's boys soccer team was able to flip the switch in time at Lakewood Memorial Field on Sept. 24. Wheat Ridge, looking for its first win of the

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Arvada Center kicks off 2018-2019 season with "Mamma Mia!" - #lakewoodnews

The Arvada Center couldn't have chosen a better musical to begin the new theater season. I love the music of ABBA. Rod A. Lansberry directs this quintessential "feel good," show. Music and

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Jeffco library foundation celebrates beer and books - #lakewoodnews

For the second year in a row, the Jefferson County Library Foundation is celebrating beer and books. "We're thrilled to be able to do this and raise money for the Jefferson County Library

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Going hunting for - #lakewoodnews

On a late September day, Andrew Smith walked through a downtown Littleton shop unlike most on the block. Inside the Reinke Brothers costume, prop and Halloween store on Prince Street, bundles of

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Matters of the heart hit close to home - #lakewoodnews

At this writing, I am contemplating - with some trepidation - an upcoming procedure called a coronary angiogram. I've known something is wrong for a few years (part of the reason for my recent

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Don't let the Kavanaugh conundrum drag you down - #lakewoodnews

And, there you have it. After almost two full years, we've finally found a job in Washington D.C. that is worse than being a speechwriter for President Trump: FBI Investigator into

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County and state candidates push their platforms - #lakewoodnews

Candidates for local and state offices spoke at the Jeff-West Community Forum Sept. 28, briefly summarizing their backgrounds and priorities. The event, held at The Grill at Walnut Creek Golf

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School, gym partnership helps build strong gymnasts - #lakewoodnews

Taylor Burkhart, 16, wakes up at 5:30 a.m. each week day. He travels from his home in Morrison to 5280 Gymnastics in Wheat Ridge for his morning workout. He practices from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. before he

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Jeffco high schoolers receive national honors - #lakewoodnews

Six students at D'Evelyn Junior/Senior High were named as semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program in late September, which represents 4 percent of their graduating class. "The

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Colorado Creates grant recipients named - #lakewoodnews

Ninety-three grants were awarded to organizations across the state that produce and present cultural activities in Colorado. The Colorado Creates grants, awarded by Colorado Creative Industries, span

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Faith Christian students serve community to wrap up homecoming week - #lakewoodnews

After a week of spirit days at homecoming activities, over 300 Faith Christian High School students descended upon the Denver metro area to serve the community Sept. 28. "It's a good way to end the

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Prepping students for takeoff - #lakewoodnews

The weather showed glimpses of fall with cooler temperatures in the forecast, but that didn't stop students from attending Aviation Day at the United Airlines Tech Ops Facility near Denver

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Brothers Redevelopment Inc. and volunteers team up to paint vulnerable resident's homes - #lakewoodnews

Kathi Wright is a longtime Lakewood resident who has a deep care for her community and neighbors. Wright, a 71-year old woman, is the primary caregiver for her daughter Robyn, a 47-year-old woman who

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Jeffco Adapated Athletics scores big on soccer day - #lakewoodnews

High school athletics typically bring out the best of students -- whether that be to teach teamwork, make friendships, or to learn leadership skills. They can also bring out competitive rivalries,

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