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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Nov 7
- 4 min
Labor of Love
The HenwoodFamily leads by example. Whitney and Justin Henwood lived in Haiti in 2012, working on some construction projects after the...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Nov 7
- 2 min
Humanitarian
(noun) \ hyü-,ma-nǝ-'ter-ē-ǝn \ A person actively engaged in promoting human welfare and social reforms; one who has concern for helping...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Oct 10
- 2 min
Why Our Schools Matter
By Erin Kane, Superintendent, Douglas County School District Schools are an integral part of our neighborhoods, our economies, and our...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Oct 10
- 3 min
Take A Bow
The iconic dance studio, Colorado School of Dance, is celebrating 20 years and a million dreams. Lisa Tuska grew up dancing. She has...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Oct 10
- 2 min
Chamber Music
I often compare the chamber of commerce to a big open room where people gather. It’s a room with many doors, each with a different sign...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Sep 12
- 2 min
The Best Burger In Town
This town aint big enough for two "best burgers"... actually, we rated our top 5. If you haven't tried these offerings, you're missing...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Sep 12
- 2 min
What Additional Funding Would Mean for Parker Schools
By Erin Kane, Superintendent, Douglas County School District You’ve likely heard about the funding challenges our school district is...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Sep 12
- 2 min
Picture Perfect
Raemirue Photography Why is photography for your business so important? A customer’s first impression of your business is usually based...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Sep 12
- 3 min
#History
Food tells the story of us: our history, industry, and culture. Take a look at how the food industry began here in Douglas County. Early...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Sep 12
- 2 min
Know Mo, Mr. Nice Guy
The Donut House is well known by local residents. But with COVID putting so many small eateries out of business, Moe refused to yield....
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Amber Tueller
- Aug 8
- 1 min
Traveler's Soul
Bret and I recently had the incredible opportunity to visit Europe and travel around the Mediterranean. What a beautiful area of the...
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Search Parker Staff
- Aug 4
- 2 min
Light the Fire
By: Samia Tueller Ponderosa Graduate 2019 We’re so close to the end of summer! Although, it’s not that surprising when you remember we...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Aug 4
- 4 min
First Day of School
Advice for Parents from Parents and Teachers If you have little ones, chances are you’ve seen the movie “Finding Nemo” dozens of times....
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Aug 4
- 3 min
Welcome to the 2022-2023 School Year!
Written By: Erin Kane, Superintendent, Douglas County School District Welcome to the 2022-2023 school year! We are incredibly excited to...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Aug 4
- 4 min
Evolution of a Student
Tips for Success & Survival at Every Stage of School Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Now that your little one is a “Big Kid” they need to...
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Amber Tueller
- Jul 3
- 1 min
Happy Independence Day!
This is an illustration of Sybil Ludington by Chiara Fedele. Sybil was a brave daughter of Henry Ludington, a New York militia officer...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Jun 9
- 3 min
The Festival
The Parker Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation is bringing revelry back! The long- awaited return of our hometown festival is here and...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- May 23
- 2 min
This or That? The Results Are In!
We asked for your opinions and we were thrilled with your responses! Pizza or Hamburger? Pizza won out, winning with 60% of voters...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- May 9
- 3 min
Family, isn't it about ...TIME
We asked some of the local leaders what they do to build and strengthen their family relationships. TODD HENDREKS PARKER TOWN...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- May 9
- 2 min
The Family Table
From bonding to education, regular family dinner time contributes to positive results for everyone involved. The kitchen table is a...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- May 9
- 2 min
The Family Tree
FIND YOUR FAMILY. DISCOVER YOURSELF. Our story. Finding out about our past is something intriguing and exciting! Who came before us?...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- May 9
- 2 min
A Family Affair
After a two year hiatus, the festival is back For a couple of days and nights each summer, Downtown Parker is transformed into the...
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Amber Tueller
- Apr 18
- 1 min
Easter Blessings
Happy Easter! I love this holiday to celebrate Jesus Christ's life and resurrection. This beautiful remembrance offers hope and promise...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Apr 3
- 3 min
Happy Trails!
Trail Etiquette We are incredibly lucky to live in an area teeming with beautiful hike and bike trails, and for those a little more...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Apr 3
- 1 min
Easter
An array of options for your Easter Service this year.
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Amber Tueller
- Apr 3
- 2 min
It Takes a Village
When a burst pipe forced over 300 children to evacuate their classrooms, they found refuge from the bitter cold with help from a...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Apr 3
- 2 min
#WishGranted
Make-A-Wish Colorado partners with local high schools to create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Their mission...
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Amber Tueller
- Apr 3
- 2 min
Iron Sharpens Iron
The final week in January started off with a bang for Iron Horse Elementary students, when they were greeted by a big community tunnel,...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Mar 6
- 3 min
To The Rescue
Photo Credit: Newsweek The Marshall Fire and storm system that blew through the Boulder area on the 30th of December destroyed 1,084...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Mar 6
- 1 min
This or That?
Everyone wants their opinion to be heard. Perhaps that's what makes this social media trend so contagious. We delve into the fray to see...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Feb 2
- 3 min
Date Night
February is typically the month of hearts and flowers, chocolate and cupids, and many times grand gestures of wining and dining and...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Feb 2
- 5 min
Lonely Hearts Club
Not all dating experiences have a "happily-ever-after" ending Getting to know someone romantically can leave you feeling… drained. If...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Feb 2
- 4 min
Puppy Love
It seems everyone in Colorado has a dog. Maybe there's a reason why. Study excerpts from Jane Weaver Article, 2004 Those big brown eyes...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Jan 3
- 2 min
Break in Those Boots...Not Those Bones
Tips from our friends at 20 Mile Urgent Care and Family Medicine. It is that time of year!! Are you daydreaming of a long vertical...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Jan 3
- 2 min
Speeding up Wound Healing
Hyperbaric Medicine is like a breath of (highly oxygenated) fresh air. Hyperbaric medicine has been most commonly used to help scuba...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Jan 3
- 2 min
The Heat is On
A year and a half ago, Jillian and Jim were in the COVID lockdown along with everyone else. One day Jillian noticed a Facebook post about...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Dec 6, 2021
- 2 min
A Thrill of Hope
Downtown Parker comes alive during the holiday season. The lights, music, and events have made our town rich in the spirit of the season....
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Dec 3, 2021
- 2 min
Editor's Take: Modern Plate
How the world eats is changing dramatically. Not long ago, restaurant-quality meal delivery was still largely limited to foods such as...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Dec 3, 2021
- 2 min
The Bell Still Rings for All Who Truly Believe
We asked some of our younger readers what they love about the holidays. Their answers will melt your heart. "I like Christmas because...
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Amber Tueller
- Nov 24, 2021
- 1 min
Give Thanks
Thanksgiving is a fun and crazy time at our house! We have each kid sign up for the foods they want to make or help with. We plan out the...
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Amy DeNicolo
- Nov 4, 2021
- 2 min
55+ Active Communities - the New Permanent Staycation
The digital age has changed much of the American landscape as children often move away after college to different parts of the...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Nov 4, 2021
- 3 min
VOYAGER
Local Spotlight: Everyday Heroes Legacy Point’s affective needs special education team gives so much to their students. They provide...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Oct 8, 2021
- 1 min
Downtown Events, Hometown Feel
1 MOVIES IN THE PARK - Presented by Parker Chamber Saturdays July - September @ O'Brien Park 2 Summer Concert Series- Presented by Parker...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Oct 8, 2021
- 4 min
HISTORYHASHTAG
#Mainstreet Some of the great original buildings that have been preserved and restored Looking southwest towards Mainstreet (once called...
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Bret and Amber Tueller
- Oct 8, 2021
- 2 min
Meet Mayor Jeff Toborg
Whether you agree with his politics or not, you should get to know Jeff Lemoore, California; 1976 - A young six-year-old Jeff Toborg went...
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