http://denver.yourhub.comThe latest story posts in The Denver Newspaper Agency YourHub.comen-usnews@yourhub.com(c) 2009, YourHub.com5Editor's note: Visit our Faces of South Metro page , where YourHub.com staff and readers can introduce you to more people who make this part of the metro area what it is. Shannon Tunstead 's got sole. In fact, to her corporate customers around the Denver Technological Center, this self...http://denver.yourhub.com/DenverSouth/Stories/Archive/Faces-of/Story~441491.aspx3/13/2008 2:19:38 PMKristin Morin Air Force Reserve Airman Jacob C. Schnauber has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremon...http://denver.yourhub.com/Brighton/Stories/News/General-News/Story~460458.aspx4/23/2008 4:38:08 PMKristin Morin City employees will join volunteers throughout the nation on April 26 as they work to renovate the home of a low-income family in a single day. Between 15 and 20 employees will give up their Saturday to help a neighbor and rehabilitate a home in the Denver metro area. The project is part of ...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/How-to-Get-Involved/Story~460464.aspx4/23/2008 4:47:37 PMKristin Morin In keeping with state law, the city has applied for a permit for discharges of storm water to the storm sewer system. Select municipalities must apply for this permit, which must be renewed every five years by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The city's application w...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/Government/Story~460469.aspx4/23/2008 4:53:55 PMKristin Morin Residents and city officials celebrated Arbor Day on Saturday beneath sunny skies in a park lined with trees, a fitting backdrop for the day's event. Joe Reilly Park was the site of the morning celebration, which featured Mayor Paul Natale proclaiming 'Arbor Day in Commerce City' and accep...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/Archive/Activism/Story~460473.aspx4/23/2008 4:57:25 PMKristin Morin With agencies across the nation seeking federal funds, Congressman Ed Perlmutter knows the value of investing in today's youth. "My No. 1 request was for the Boys and Girls Club," Perlmutter said during a ceremony at the Civic Center. "I know there are many ways in which it can work to c...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/Government/Story~460485.aspx4/23/2008 5:09:10 PMKristin Morin Keeping in line with state programs, the city has drafted a wildlife management plan and is seeking public input. The plan builds on programs and regulations of the Colorado Division of Wildlife, and provides a framework for the humane management of wildlife within Commerce City. The goal of...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/Government/Story~460492.aspx4/23/2008 5:38:13 PMKristin Morin The city has several vacancies on various boards, commissions and committees. Citizen participation is strongly encouraged; it ensures that your local government addresses the needs of Commerce City and its residents. If you have experience, knowledge and time, and care about the futur...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/How-to-Get-Involved/Story~460494.aspx4/23/2008 5:45:25 PMKristin Morin Local businesses and residents are gearing up to participate in the city's 8th Annual Memorial Day Scholarship Golf Tournament, set for May 2 at Buffalo Run Golf Course. The annual event supports the efforts of local youth and adults to further their education by raising money for Quality ...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/General-News/Story~460495.aspx4/23/2008 5:48:17 PMKristin Morin CollegeInvest this week is sending letters to customers who had personal information stored on a computer hard drive that disappeared during a recent move. CollegeInvest believes there is little risk of customers' personal information being compromised because the data is in a format that woul...http://denver.yourhub.com/Brighton/Stories/News/General-News/Story~461115.aspx4/24/2008 2:41:21 PMKristin Morin CollegeInvest this week is sending letters to customers who had personal information stored on a computer hard drive that disappeared during a recent move. CollegeInvest believes there is little risk of customers' personal information being compromised because the data is in a format that woul...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/General-News/Story~461127.aspx4/24/2008 2:46:03 PMKristin Morin CollegeInvest this week is sending letters to customers who had personal information stored on a computer hard drive that disappeared during a recent move. CollegeInvest believes there is little risk of customers' personal information being compromised because the data is in a format that woul...http://denver.yourhub.com/GreenValleyRanch/Stories/News/General-News/Story~461134.aspx4/24/2008 2:48:05 PMKristin Morin CollegeInvest this week is sending letters to customers who had personal information stored on a computer hard drive that disappeared during a recent move. CollegeInvest believes there is little risk of customers' personal information being compromised because the data is in a format that woul...http://denver.yourhub.com/Montbello/Stories/News/General-News/Story~461136.aspx4/24/2008 2:49:16 PMKristin Morin The following are tentative agendas for upcoming City Council meetings and study sessions. These agendas are subject to change. For more information about posting locations, please contact the city clerk at (303) 289-3611, or visit www.c3gov.com and click on "Government" and then "Agendas and M...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/Government/Story~461289.aspx4/24/2008 4:10:17 PMKristin Morin Child safety seats can be confusing, and the questions seemingly endless, but help is available. Make sure your children are protected. It takes only 10 to 15 minutes for a nationally certified technician to make sure that car seats are properly installed (approximately 80% are not) a...http://denver.yourhub.com/Brighton/Stories/News/General-News/Story~462781.aspx4/28/2008 11:08:04 AMKristin Morin Two Commerce City residents will share grand marshal honors at this year's Memorial Day Parade. Jack Phares and Lester Arnold have been named grand marshal of the parade, which honors military men and women. Phares and Arnold have each served in the armed forces; they will ride at the head o...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/Archive/About-Town/Story~462814.aspx4/28/2008 11:20:32 AMKristin Morin The hare wasn't even eligible as a contender in this race, but the western painted turtle beat out plenty of fellow cold-blooded creatures to become the Colorado State Reptile in March. The turtle's biggest fans? The students of Skyline Vista Elementary who nominated the shelled reptilian qua...http://denver.yourhub.com/Parker/Stories/Sports/Story~463042.aspx4/28/2008 2:18:20 PMKristin Morin Diana Alderson, 8, and Hannah Nordling, 9, give new meaning to the term "tree huggers." In Diana and Hannah's case, instead of referencing environmentally-conscience individuals, the phrase can be applied quite literally. As a brisk wind blew across Metzler Ranch Community Park April 25, the two ...http://denver.yourhub.com/CastleRock/Stories/Sports/Story~463160.aspx4/28/2008 4:25:47 PMKristin Morin The hare wasn't even eligible as a contender in this race, but the western painted turtle beat out plenty of fellow cold-blooded creatures to become the Colorado State Reptile in March. The turtle's biggest fans? The students of Skyline Vista Elementary who nominated the shelled reptilian qua...http://denver.yourhub.com/Westminster/Stories/Sports/Story~463172.aspx4/28/2008 5:00:58 PMKristin Morin COMMERCE CITY - City Manager Jerry Flannery has named Nanette Neelan to the city's executive staff. Neelan begins her new position as deputy city manager on Monday, May 5. Neelan joins the city from Jefferson County, where she worked for 14 years, most recently as the deputy county ...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/Government/Story~463189.aspx4/28/2008 5:59:16 PMKristin Morin Ponderosa High School celebrated 25 years of secondary education with an anniversary party April 25. Almost 300 alumni, former teachers, and current staff and students showed their Mustang pride and attended the afternoon event. The PHS Culinary Arts class prepared a buffet of snacks for ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Parker/Stories/Archive/About-Town/Story~463193.aspx4/28/2008 6:06:54 PMKristin Morin COMMERCE CITY - What do you do with approximately 1,500 tons of leftover dirt? For a dozen or so city staff members, a handful of volunteers including city youth, and a construction company, coming up with the answer was as easy as riding a bike. You make a BMX freestyle park. And that's...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/Sports/Recreational/Story~463380.aspx4/29/2008 10:17:17 AMKristin Morin COMMERCE CITY - The cold and windy day did not hamper efforts of about 25 volunteers who worked to renovate the home of a neighbor in need. Wearing coats and gloves, they labored inside and out to make repairs to the home of Commerce City resident Myrna Ferguson on Saturday. The City of C...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/General-News/Story~464153.aspx4/30/2008 5:03:34 PMKristin Morin Integrity. Purpose. Responsibility. Compassion. Citizenship. The development of these character traits will allow our youth to enjoy a greater quality of life. There is truth in the adage, "character is not just what we think, it's what we do." One program that provides a foundation for young me...http://denver.yourhub.com/GreenValleyRanch/Stories/Archive/Faces-of/Story~464455.aspx5/1/2008 10:34:59 AMKristin Morin Arapahoe County recently appointed Henry Mondragón as the County Veterans Service Officer where he will oversee the program that supports veterans obtaining their federal benefits. "We are excited to hire Henry as our County Veterans Service Officer," said Don Klemme , Community Resourc...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~465152.aspx5/2/2008 12:26:54 PMKristin Morin Arapahoe County recently appointed Henry Mondragón as the County Veterans Service Officer where he will oversee the program that supports veterans obtaining their federal benefits. "We are excited to hire Henry as our County Veterans Service Officer," said Don Klemme , Community Resou...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/General-News/Story~465163.aspx5/2/2008 12:35:23 PMKristin Morin The annual Tri the Creek Spring Triathlon, rated at the best event of its kind in, will be held on Saturday, June 21 at Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora. Hosted by The Denver Athletic Club, it is expected to draw up to 500 participants for the 8 a.m. start. Called "the boutique triathlon of D...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Sports/Recreational/Story~465172.aspx5/2/2008 12:38:44 PMKristin Morin The annual Tri the Creek Spring Triathlon, rated at the best event of its kind in, will be held on Saturday, June 21 at Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora. Hosted by The Denver Athletic Club, it is expected to draw up to 500 participants for the 8 a.m. start. Called "the boutique triathlon of...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Sports/Recreational/Story~465187.aspx5/2/2008 12:46:16 PMKristin Morin The Adams City Marine Corps JROTC took 1st place without arms, 2nd place with arms, and 4th place Color Guard at the Rocky Mountain Drill Meet April 26. This is the culmination of a great performance season for these fantastic students. Our cadets once again did an outstanding job. Should y...http://denver.yourhub.com/CommerceCity/Stories/News/General-News/Story~465198.aspx5/2/2008 12:53:04 PMKristin Morin On Friday April 25, 2008, the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, Special Investigations Section conducted a compliance check regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages to individuals less than twenty-one years of age. Individuals who are less than twenty-one years of age were instructed to attempt ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Law/Story~465221.aspx5/2/2008 1:05:01 PMKristin Morin