Travel

Make memories together this Christmas at Gaylord Rockies        

Close to home, but worlds apart! Article by Kara Witherow | Photography by Provided Perry Como may have crooned, “(There's No Place Like) Home for the Holidays,” but a trip to Gaylord Rockies Resort – with its festive decor, seasonal dining, and original holiday experiences — maybe even better than staying home.  This year, let someone else do the cooking and cleaning. Gather the family, pack your bags, and head to Aurora for a Christmastime vacation everyone will enjoy. Close to home, but...

Arts + Culture

A Story to Tell

Amanda McKoy Flanagan shares her story of loss and love in her debut book Article by Mary Abel | Photography by Courtesy of Amanda McKoy Flanagan A native New Yorker turned Castle Rock resident, Amanda McKoy Flanagan takes a pragmatic, yet soulful, approach to loving and losing. She is no stranger to either, which she shares in her debut book, Trust Yourself to be All In: Safe to Love and Let Go . “I never had a lifelong dream to write a book, even though I'm an English major,” Amanda says...

Travel

Summer Staycation

The Gaylord Rockies Resort assures you don't have to travel far to find summer fun Article by Allison Bankston | Photography by Courtesy Gaylord Rockies Resort The Gaylord Rockies Resort is a mecca of activity for summertime fun. For families or vacationers looking for a wide variety of things to do, it's a wonderful, central location with tons of options for all ages. The resort in Aurora opened in 2018 as Colorado’s largest combined resort and convention center, and it's just 10 minutes from...

Home + Design

Plan for Growth

It's about this time of year that gardeners everywhere start itching to get their hands in the dirt. But in Colorado, the ground is still frozen, and snow is still possible. Instead of itching, start planning! Here are three new gardening books to enjoy while you wait for the warmth of spring. Article by Mary Abel The Old Farmer's Almanac 2023  by Old Farmer's Almanac The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been recognized as North America’s most beloved and best-selling annual since 1792. The 2023...

Home Services

Just Like New

Tired of your outdated cabinetry? Save time and money by having it professionally spray painted. Article by Mary Abel | Photography by Kaleigh Gibb Parker business owner Matt Gibb likes to stay busy. While working for a digital banking startup, Matt began searching for a side gig, he says, “to keep me busy. I like to have a lot on my plate.” He started researching franchising opportunities, and discovered a Canadian company called Spray-Net. “The CEO was on Dragon’s Den (the Canadian Version...

Health + Wellness

More Than Skin Deep

Decorated Military Doctor Brings Both Facial Reconstruction and Cosmetic Surgery to Local Eye Practice Article by Sonja Nix | Photography by provided They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and Dr. Whitney Pafford believes the beholder looks back at you in the mirror.  Dr. Pafford’s unique set of skills as a Head and Neck Surgeon, medical residencies and fellowships, and combat field experience make her perfectly positioned to lead the new Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery...

Entertainment

On the road with INGRID

Highlands Ranch Native Ingrid Andress Talks About Her Songwriter-Turned-Artist Journey, Touring With Superstar Keith Urban, And Her Road to Success Article by Jennifer Starbuck | Photography by Provided Ingrid Andress is on top of the world, even when she’s not quite sure where she is. The 3-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter originally from Highlands Ranch has spent the past several months on the road, opening for country superstar Keith Urban on his “The Speed of Now'' North American...

Arts + Culture

A Holiday Tradition

Embrace the season by taking in a performance of The Nutcracker, presented by Littleton Youth Ballet and Littleton Ballet Academy Article by Mary Abel | Photography by Courtesy Littleton Ballet Academy Even if you’ve never seen a performance of The Nutcracker , you’ve probably heard of it—and you definitely know its music. Originally choreographed in 1892 by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov with a score by Tchaikovsky, it was adapted from E.T.A. Hoffmann's 1816 short story “The Nutcracker and the...

Food + Beverage

A Douglas County Feast

The Douglas County Fair and Rodeo's first annual farm-to-table brunch showcased local, seasonal ingredients Article by Mary Abel | Photography by Kaleigh Gibb On a warm, sunny Sunday during this year’s Douglas County Fair & Rodeo, more than 100 hungry attendees enjoyed the fair’s first-ever farm-to-table brunch that featured seasonal and locally grown, raised, and prepared meat and produce. The easy-morning, decadent brunch with various buffet stations was a delicious way to show off...

Auto + Marine

The Need for Speed

Scott Molitor, owner of Parker-based Mofab, LLC, has the passion—and compassion—it takes to grow a successful business Article by By Mary Barthelme Abel | Photography by Frank Gallardo “As any new business owner will tell you, making the leap is scary, but you have to take the risk if you want a shot at the reward.” - Scott Molitor In 1997, Scott Molitor’s family moved to Parker—just in time to start his sophomore year at Ponderosa High School. “It was super traumatic for me,” he recalls...