http://denver.yourhub.comThe latest story posts in The Denver Newspaper Agency YourHub.comen-usnews@yourhub.com(c) 2009, YourHub.com5DENVER, Colo. -- The second-annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Colorado in the Denver Metro area is Saturday, Dec. 5 at Chatfield Reservoir in Littleton. The event is slated for a 2 p.m. "splash" time. The plunge is open to the public and all spectators are welcome free of charge....http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Sports/Recreational/Story~690727.aspx11/20/2009 12:02:34 PMKathy Muffenbier Two Community College of Aurora experiments, two missions, two balloons . . . one launch, up, up, and away . . . where they land, nobody knows. At least, not until sometime mid-morning on Saturday, Jan. 16, after two CCA student-built missions are launched via high-altitude balloons in the p...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~690635.aspx11/20/2009 10:24:26 AMSarah Pretzer This week, PCL Construction donated $20,000 to Colorado food banks, as part of a $140,000 initiative to support food and shelter nonprofits in the cities where PCL operates nationwide. In Denver area, the $10,000 allocated will be split between 9Cares Colorado Shares food bank agencies and Pr...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Nonprofit/Story~690600.aspx11/20/2009 9:41:30 AMKate Miller For more than 120 years, the Tournament of Roses Parade has been an American tradition. This year, Colorado's organ and tissue donation community will come together to join a national campaign to celebrate and honor the lifesaving gifts of organ and tissue donation as part of Donate Life's 2010 ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~690011.aspx11/19/2009 4:58:26 PMThe Bawmann GroupHappy (ID# A129018) is a 7-year old, spayed female Chow Chow mix.She's already housetrained and well mannered. Happy gets along well with children, other dogs and even cats!She's been at the Aurora Animal Shelter (15750 E. 32 nd Avenue) since September.Way too long for such a great dog! ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Pets-and-Animals/Story~689992.aspx11/19/2009 4:52:45 PMCheryl Conway At the November 17, 2009 Mission Viejo HOA Board of Director's Meeting, attended by many residents, the Board decided to retain an attorney to seek a halt against the City's proposed action to close the Mission Viejo Library. The HOA believes the City of Aurora is in breach of a 1973 agreement t...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~689410.aspx11/19/2009 12:30:12 PMTodd McMahon Public Drop Off Locations Ready to Accept Items Think 360 Arts, the state's leading provider of arts education programs and services, is seeking donations of new and gently used arts supplies during the 2009 MAGIC Arts Supply Drive, November 14 - December 5. MAGIC (Making Arts Great...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Arts-Culture/Story~689290.aspx11/19/2009 9:49:11 AMThink 360 Arts Complete EducationLifeloc Technologies, Inc. is pleased to announce that Yolanda Gonzales has joined their team in the position of international business development manager. Gonzales is responsible for developing and executing Lifeloc's international sales and marketing strategies. She will also work closely wit...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~689170.aspx11/18/2009 5:25:43 PMThe Bawmann GroupThousands of residents have turned out for a number of flu clinics already this season as people look to fend off getting sick with the H1N1 virus. The Tri-County Health Department has hosted about more than 20 clinics since the swine flu vaccine became available with dozens more planned throu...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Society/Story~688817.aspx11/18/2009 11:47:10 AMCrawford ClarkLocal food banks and charitable organizations are struggling to keep the shelves stocked in the face of growing demand and declining donations. "Our donations are down," said Sarah Norton, program director for Friends of St. Andrew Hospitality Center, 1525 Dallas St., Aurora. "But we're keepin...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Society/Story~688780.aspx11/18/2009 11:30:52 AMCrawford ClarkA newly created group of local health care professionals and community leaders are working together in hopes of expanding access to Aurora residents. The Aurora Health Care Task Force was created last week to help address the city's health care system, which is struggling to serve a population...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Society/Story~688771.aspx11/18/2009 11:28:04 AMCrawford ClarkTaxi driver busted for soliciting sex. A cab driver who allegedly offered a woman $20 in exchange for sex was arrested Nov. 11 for furthering prostitution. A woman called police at about 2:45 a.m. after the cab driver picked her up near Colfax Avenue and Havana Street and gave her a ride to a ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Police-Blotter/Story~688762.aspx11/18/2009 11:25:13 AMCrawford Clark­The Aurora Center for Active Adults (ACAA) has been awarded national accreditation for the second time. Accreditation status is awarded by the National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC), a constituent unit of the National Council on Aging. The ACAA provides year-round recreational programs and...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~688541.aspx11/17/2009 4:34:35 PMSherri-Jo StowellU.S. Senator Michael Bennet recently visited an APS classroom at Altura Elementary School. The senator met with a man working under the Troops to Teachers program. The Colorado Department of Education hire-in-advance program helps school districts recruit quality teachers for schools that s...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/School-News/Story~688471.aspx11/17/2009 3:00:13 PMPaula Hans COLORADO EGG PRODUCERS HELP FAMILIES EAT HEALTHY AND SAVE MONEY The holiday season is rapidly approaching. Many Americans spend the holidays with their families and given the state of the economy, we are all looking for ways to save money. Unfortunately, some families and individuals...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~688459.aspx11/17/2009 2:51:55 PMThe Bawmann GroupDR. AGUIRRE ANNOUNCES NEW PRACTICE NAME AND EXPANDED SERVICES - AGUIRRE SPECIALTY CARE - PELVIC SURGERY AND INTIMATE AESTHETICS Oscar A. Aguirre, MD, FACOG and the team at Pelvic Specialty Care are celebrating their very own makeover. The team is pleased to announce its new practice na...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~688348.aspx11/17/2009 1:33:38 PMThe Bawmann GroupWinter trends and holiday must-have's come and go almost as fast as the season itself. However, a few long standing festive traditions never seem to go out of style. Nestled among the classic staples of caroling, eggnog and stocking stuffers is the beloved Christmas ballet, The Nutcracker . ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Arts-Culture/Story~688228.aspx11/17/2009 12:12:13 PMColorado Ballet Winter trends and holiday must-have's come and go almost as fast as the season itself. However, a few long standing festive traditions never seem to go out of style. Nestled among the classic staples of caroling, eggnog and stocking stuffers is the beloved Christmas ballet, The Nutcracker . ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Arts-Culture/Story~688224.aspx11/17/2009 12:02:47 PMColorado Ballet Winter trends and holiday must-have's come and go almost as fast as the season itself. However, a few long standing festive traditions never seem to go out of style. Nestled among the classic staples of caroling, eggnog and stocking stuffers is the beloved Christmas ballet, The Nutcracker . ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Arts-Culture/Story~688223.aspx11/17/2009 11:52:19 AMColorado Ballet Fire stations and the firefighters who work there provide much more to the neighborhood than just a city service. They are part of the community and when their neighbors need help, they lend a hand. In the course of a routine shift, the crew of Paramedic Engine 4 responded to the medical emerge...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~687942.aspx11/17/2009 8:53:14 AMCrawford ClarkLifeloc Technologies, Inc. is pleased to announce that Kelly Silverman has joined their team in the position of product manager. Silverman is responsible for marketing Lifeloc's breath alcohol testing instruments used by global law enforcement agencies in the detection and deterrence of drinking...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~687925.aspx11/17/2009 8:42:47 AMThe Bawmann GroupIn Case of Emergency... Do you have a will and does your family know where it's located? *** Where are the kid's birth certificates and social security cards? *** What's the license plate number of your husband's or daughter's car? *** Who will receive your pet or take care of it if ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Business-News/Story~687890.aspx11/17/2009 6:38:17 AMPochette PublicationsStanley (ID# A129209) is a 6 year old, neutered male, Labrador Retriever.Stanley obviously had successful knee surgery at some point, but his leg healed well and he doesn't show any sign of ongoing joint problems. Stanley is a wonderful Lab.Like most shelter dogs, he has a lot of energy wh...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Pets-and-Animals/Story~687672.aspx11/16/2009 12:33:41 PMCheryl Conway As expected heated Arapahoe Library District board meetings approach November 15 th at the Koebel Branch and December 10 th the ALD Administrative Offices at 12855 E. Adam Aircraft Circle on Broncos Parkway, both at 7 pm, further investigation has uncovered shocking information that ALD is subs...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Government/Story~687510.aspx11/15/2009 5:14:25 PMMarian O'Neil Volunteers from several service groups in the Denver area joined members of the Denver Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the Church's Aurora cannery on Tuesday, November 10, 2009. The mission for the night was to turn 1,000 pounds of sliced carrots into one hundred 24-c...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Nonprofit/Story~687492.aspx11/15/2009 3:43:10 PMLorraine Ross America's luxury leading home builder Toll Brothers wants to provide some happiness and hope to disadvantaged children during the upcoming holiday season through the Toys for Tots Program. Each sales office at its four Colorado communities will be collecting new, unwrapped, children's toys now t...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Business-Profiles/Story~687273.aspx11/14/2009 10:26:47 AMLaurie Anderson THERE'S A NEW GAME IN TOWN TRY OFF THE BEATEN TRAIL GEOCACHING ON COLORADO 'S CENTRAL PLAINS NOW! 1-800-825-0208 or www.ourjourney.info For A Free Treasure Guide! Nov. 10 2009 --The Prairie Development Corporation announced today that a new Colorado tourism...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~686805.aspx11/13/2009 11:32:52 AMRobin Ginalick Collecting Toys For Boys & Girls Clubs Denver- CBS4--KCNC-TV and King Soopers are teaming up for the 2009 Care 4 Colorado Toy Drive this holiday season to collect new toys, sporting goods, and electronics for Colorado children and youth served by the Boys & Girls Cl...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~686688.aspx11/13/2009 9:56:11 AMRobin Ginalick Colorado Preservation, Inc. Adds New Trustees Denver- Colorado Preservation, Inc., a statewide organization dedicated to promoting and advancing historic preservation in the State of Colorado, announced today that five new trustees have joined the Board of Directors. New Boar...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Business-News/Story~686609.aspx11/13/2009 9:12:02 AMRobin Ginalick DENVER, CO - November 11, 2009 - The Great Centennial District of the Denver Area Council, Boy Scouts of America is proud to announce that Duane Reed has accepted the position of Centennial District Chairman.This position serves as a member of the Council Executive Board and provides leadershi...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Nonprofit/Story~686601.aspx11/13/2009 8:45:13 AMJoLynne Conrad Denver Boy Scouts