http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/ The latest news from the coloradocommunitynewspapers.com website! Newsys Template Engine /littleton Independent/news/ http://backend.userland.com/rss 60 newsys-2006979684 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_hc_safe_chicks_li.txt Self-defense is as much about awareness as it is about the ability to fend off an attacker. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:07:22 -0600 newsys-2003214177 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//26_hc_new_council_li.txt The newly elected city council re-elected Doug Clark as Littleton’s mayor Nov. 17 after the vote was re-cast. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:06:19 -0600 newsys-2012228553 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//27_tm_plunge_li.txt Don Carmody said he’ll donate money and cheer the teams on, but he draws the line at plunging into the chilly waters of Chatfield Reservoir Dec. 5 during the “Freezin’ for a Reason” fundraiser for Colorado Special Olympics. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:06:16 -0600 newsys-2011450872 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//26_hc_rice_li_en_ce.txt In May, Rep. Joe Rice (D-Littleton) packed his bags for his fourth tour in Iraq. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:06:23 -0600 newsys-2010156025 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//26_biz_xmas_li.txt How does an entrepreneur survive the cold winters of an economic downturn when his entire business is built around one December holiday largely tied to retail sales? Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:07:17 -0600 newsys-1998895852 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//26_hc_oil_event_li_ce_en.txt After all of the holiday food preparation and consumption, comes the waste. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:06:36 -0600 newsys-2006997306 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//26_hc_essay_li.txt Tara Maxson aspires to be an expert in English Language and literacy acquisition within the next 10 years, having published works on effective strategies for teaching linguistically diverse students. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:05:56 -0600 newsys-1993917285 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_hc_sen_health_li.txt As vice chair of the Health and Human Services committee, state Sen. Linda Newell (D-Littleton) is working, like many, toward a solution to the current health care crisis. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:06:11 -0600 newsys-1991692334 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_biz_gen_y_all.txt They’ve been called spoiled, self-absorbed and entitled. The perception is that they have little respect for authority and aren’t committed to work. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:06:30 -0600 newsys-2000168927 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_ent_santa_claus_shop.txt As the Arapahoe Santa Claus Shop starts its 51st year of helping low-income families provide Christmas toys for their kids, the volunteer organization needs more help than ever from the community, because of the difficult economic situation and loss of an important donation site. Longtime volunteer Leslie Street says that in past years, King Soopers has served as a collection point for donations and the company won’t be involved in 2009. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:06:28 -0600 newsys-1997680322 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_hc_shelter_li.txt The City of Littleton is joining forces with Englewood to establish a regional animal shelter. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:06:30 -0600 newsys-1998319733 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_hc_spines_li_ce_en.txt Robert Bess, a spine surgeon at Littleton Adventist Hospital, performed the first procedure in Colorado to treat spinal injuries using new technology. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:06:47 -0600 newsys-1995018586 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_hc_walk_li.txt The 2009 Candlelight Walk and Tree Lighting will be held Nov. 27 in historic Downtown Littleton. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:06:18 -0600 newsys-2005823826 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//sa_veterans_li_web.txt Littleton honored Veterans Day Nov. 11 at the World War II Memorial. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:07:20 -0600 newsys-1994791122 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_pj_voter_fraud_li.txt Criminal charges are being brought against three Arapahoe County residents who voted twice in the 2008 presidential election, District Attorney Carol Chambers and Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder Nancy Doty have announced. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:06:44 -0600 newsys-2006029762 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//12_hc_vaccines_all.txt The news that H1N1 virus has peaked in the greater Denver area, and is on the decline didn’t deter people in the South Metro community. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:07:15 -0600 newsys-1995254500 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_hc_calendar_li.txt The Littleton Calendar and Annual Report will be available the first week of December. Copies can be obtained at Bemis Library, the Littleton Historical Museum, the Littleton Center, Town Hall Arts Center, or from one of the calendar’s many sponsors. Call 303-795-3720 for more information. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:06:18 -0600 newsys-2010806189 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//26_hc_aids_day_all.txt Arapahoe Community College will be joining citizens from around the world in the fight against sexually transmitted diseases on Dec. 1. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:05:54 -0600 newsys-1999076696 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_hc_sspr_all.txt South Suburban Park and Recreation District is seeking qualified candidates to fill a vacancy on its Board of Directors. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:06:47 -0600 newsys-1987837291 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22//littleton_independent/news//19_brf_coats_all.txt Through Nov. 30, Lands’ End Shops will host the Donate a Coat, Warm a Heart event. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:06:05 -0600