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Good morning, Castle Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is searching for a driver in a Highlands Ranch road rage incident from Wednesday—he is described as a young man in his late teens to early twenties driving a black Tesla with no visible license plates and wearing a gray hoodie and black beanie with a South Park character, who reportedly reversed aggressively during a minor traffic dispute.  Denver7

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Representative Brittany Pettersen sent a letter urging HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to visit Colorado and see how first responders use naloxone to save lives—she warned that cutting funding for the Overdose Prevention Program could roll back progress in the fight against opioid overdoses.  Denver7
  • The Town will begin pouring the new bridge deck for Crystal Valley Parkway on May 8 from 8 p.m. until 5 a.m. with lane closures on I-25 at Exit 174 and a full West Frontage Road closure south of Yucca Hills Road—Twin Oaks residents will use Peak View Drive via Wolfensberger Road, with similar closures planned on May 15 from 6 p.m. until 3 a.m., and work will continue through the summer with major improvements finishing by 2027.  Town of Castle Rock

SPORTS NEWS

  • ThunderRidge's boys lacrosse team beat Ponderosa 5-3 on May 1 at Halftime Help Stadium in a hard-fought season finale; the seniors got a strong sendoff with a hat trick by Summit Mottinger + Coach Randy Stewart said the win capped a season of dedication and tough play.  Douglas County News-Press

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Combo Cast Rehearsal

    6-7:15 p.m. — Rising Star Performing Arts — Check for participation requirements — Attend the first rehearsal for upcoming productions and meet the directors.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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  • Castle Rock Jigsaw Jam

    6-9 p.m. — Inconceivable Toys & Games — $40 per team — Compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle the fastest and win prizes!

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • Soulful Sober Sessions Open Mic

    7-9 p.m. — HardBeauty Headquarters — Free entry — Experience an uplifting night of creativity and community performances in a supportive environment.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • Fangdango MTB Race

    2-10 p.m. — Phillip S. Miller Park — Check website for entry fees — Experience thrilling climbs and technical descents on this scenic mountain bike race course.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Castle Rock Cars and Coffee

    7-9 a.m. — The Old North End Restaurant & Deli — $15/person — Come enjoy French toast and great company in a cozy setting.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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  • Social Security & Retirement Planning Seminar

    5:30-7:30 p.m. — Douglas County Libraries - Philip & Jerry Miller Library — Free entry — Discover retirement income strategies through insightful discussion on investments and insurance products.

    Mon, 5/12/25

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  • Larkspur Area Chamber Monthly Mixer

    11:30 PM - 1:00 AM — 4991 N Silverlace Dr, Castle Rock, CO — Free entry — Networking opportunity for local businesses to connect and share their services.

    Tue, 5/13/25

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  • Basics of Birdwatching Guided Walk (Part 2)

    8-10 a.m. — East Plum Creek Trail - Meadows Trailhead and Parking — Free entry — Enjoy a peaceful morning stroll in search of migratory songbirds and birds of prey.

    Wed, 5/14/25

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  • Workshop by Jim Garey at Douglas County Libraries

    10:30-11:30 a.m. — Douglas County Libraries - Philip & Jerry Miller Library — Free entry — Engage in insightful discussions at this community workshop.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • Pet Partners Handler Training Workshop

    9 a.m.–5 p.m. — AdventHealth Castle Rock — Required for volunteers — Gain essential training to help your animal support diverse populations as a therapy animal.

    Sun, 5/18/25

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