WEEK OF MAY 16, 2024
VOLUME 11 | ISSUE 17
FREE
100 Women Who Care makes $10,000 donation Douglas County superintendent highlights achievements
BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
has spent the last eight years working hard to save the lives of these unseen, discarded pets and to reduce the number of animals entering our overcrowded shelters,” Ruth Whalen, a volunteer said. The organization goes across the state, and to neighboring states, to take in sick, injured, neglected and abused dogs, including those discarded from the pet trade.
Douglas County schools offer one of the best deals for taxpayers in any district in the metro area, according to district Superintendent Erin Kane, who shared the accomplishments and challenges of the past year during the State of the District address. The first annual State of the District celebrated students’ high test scores on the Colorado Measures of Academic Success, with 72% of students meeting or exceeding standards, the highest in the area. Last year, local voters approved a $66 million mill levy override to increase staff pay and improve school security. Even with the increase, Kane said Douglas County has the lowest mill levy rate – a tax on property owners – compared to surrounding districts.
SEE DONATIONS, P5
SEE HIGHLIGHTS, P6
Krissy Mosbarger, left, the founder of the Pawsitive Restorations Animal Rescue nonprofit and volunteer Ruth Whalen spoke to a group PHOTO BY HALEY LENA of women about why they should receive funds for their organization. BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Pawsitive Restorations Animal Rescue received over $10,000 at the one-year anniversary celebration of Douglas County’s chapter of 100 Women Who Care. Once a quarter, the group, which numbers nearly 130 women, gather to learn about three nonprofits from around the county. By the end of the meeting, the group votes on which non-
profit its members will give funds to. “It’s supporting all of the deserving nonprofits in our local community,” Suzanne Wexler, the founder of the Douglas County chapter, said. Pawsitive Restorations is a nonprofit that rescues, rehabilitates and houses at-risk animals. Its founder, Krissy Mosbarger, was brought to tears — and at a loss for words — when 100 Women Who Care announced the recipient. “[We are] a local organization that
VOICES: 14 | LIFE: 16 | CALENDAR: 19
CASTLEPINESNEWSPRESS.NET • A PUBLICATION OF COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA
unlocking smarter savings. ensuring you’re covered. *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) and interest rate of Certificate of Deposit (CD) may change after account opening. Fees could reduce earnings on the CD. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. *The CD is automatically renewed into a Standard 9 month CD with current rate at renewal. *The Annual Percentage Yield is current as of March 15, 2024.
5.25 apy
%
*
10-month term
Connect with Us To Learn More 303.660.4001 120 S. Wilcox Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 www.firstierbanks.com