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From Wide Open to Wide Awake

Wide Awake Eatery Brings A Lively Brunch To Wilcox Street Article by Kristen Gonzales For Sedalia’s Wide Open Saloon’s owners, Leah and Todd Hills, embracing their newest endeavor, Wide Awake Eatery on Wilcox Street, was about bringing an elevated brunch to Downtown Castle Rock. “We love brunch food,” Leah explains. “And for our menu, we just created what our favorite dishes are and decided to implement them into that space, and thought that it was something that the community could really...

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Toasted S’mores Martini with Marshmallow Vodka

The Perfect Cocktail to Sip Fireside Article by Becky Hardin | Photography by Sveta Zarzamora Ingredients: For the Rim ½ tablespoon  chocolate syrup 1 tablespoon crushed graham crackers For the Drink 1 ounce chocolate liqueur dark or milk ½ ounce marshmallow vodka ½ ounce heavy cream 1 marshmallow for garnish Method Dip the rim of your glass in the chocolate syrup and then in the crushed graham cracker. ½ tablespoon chocolate syrup, 1 tablespoon crushed graham crackers...

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Wine With a Purpose

Article by Laurie Probsdorfer | Photography by provided When I first discovered ONEHOPE Wine, I quickly realized it was about more than just sharing great wine. Crafted in collaboration with the Mondavi family and our award-winning Napa Valley winemaking team, ONEHOPE pairs exceptional quality with a powerful mission: to bring people together and give back. As a Cause Entrepreneur with ONEHOPE, I get to create experiences where friends gather, share stories, and raise a glass—all while...

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Bien Y Tú

Step Into Mexico On Fourth Street In Castle Rock Article by Kristen Gonzales | Photography by Provided With a father like Tom Walls, former owner of Trinity Grille in Denver, it’s no surprise that his son, Dillon Walls, jumped into the restaurant business as well. “I went to CU and graduated from there, and I was like I don’t want a real job yet,” Dillon jokes. “So I took off and jumped down to Australia to use as a jump-off point for traveling to the rest of Southeast Asia, and I got to...

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Vanilla Chai Old Fashioned

A Cozy Twist on a Classic Article by Tieghan Gerard Ingredients Chai tea bags  Real maple syrup  Vanilla extract  Bourbon  Lemon juice  Orange bitters  Chai tea syrup  Sparkling water  Cinnamon and star anise Method CHAI SIMPLE SYRUP In a medium pot, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Remove from the heat, add the chai tea bags, cover and steep 10-15 minutes. Remove the tea bags and add the maple. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil 3-5 minutes, then remove from the heat...

Home + Design

September Garden Guide

Autumn in Castle Rock - A Garden in Transition Article by Debbie Hill September arrives with a whisper of fall in the air. The trees begin their transformation, dressing in brilliant hues of crimson and gold. Cozy knits make their seasonal debut, and the scent of sweet apple treats drifts from kitchen windows. Warm days give way to crisp, cool nights—a gentle reminder that the seasons are shifting. This is a time to step outside, breathe deeply, and immerse yourself in the quiet beauty of the...

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ECC Kitchen & Bath

Styling Your Kitchen & Bath With The Latest Trends Article by Kristen Gonzales | Photography by Reilly A Photography The dynamic duo of ECC Kitchen & Bath in Elizabeth, Design Director Sarah Garofalo and Designer Amanda Pankonien, come to the table with almost 30 years of experience between them, and it shows in their quality work. “Our niche is truly kitchen, baths, and basements,” Sarah explains. “What the clients get is essentially that Amanda and I go out to an initial complimentary...

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The Curated Studio

Thoughtful Design To Stage Your Home To Sell Article by Kristen Gonzales | Photography by Vibrant Real Estate Media & Mediamax Inc Photographer Patrick Golden Talking with the brilliant ensemble that is The Curated Studio, the sense of camaraderie is immediately evident. Realtors and partners, Dane Robinson and Trista Fischer-Boykin, opened their home staging business a year ago after doing it themselves for years. By pulling in lead designer Mandy Bradshaw and high school student interns like...

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Peach Sparkling Lemonade

The Best Way to Enjoy Palisade Peaches Article and Photography by Peach Sparkling Lemonade  Feeling bubbly? Try this refreshing, adult lemonade spiked with Jim Beam Peach Bourbon. Add a pop of color by garnishing with a sprig of rosemary and convince your friends that you’re basically a professional bartender. 1 ½ ounces Jim Beam Peach Bourbon 3 ounces lemonade Splash of soda Peach wedge Sprig of rosemary Combine peach bourbon and lemonade in a glass over ice...

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Meet the Vets at Privately and Locally Owned Brekke Vet

Veterinarians Who Love your Pet Almost as Much as You Do Article and Photography by Provided Page 2 Dr. Andee Youngblood, DVM Why did you become a vet? Veterinary medicine is the perfect blend of physical, emotional, and mental challenge. I enjoy problem-solving, staying active, and building meaningful connections—with both animals and people. It’s a profession that keeps me growing every day. What’s your top advice for keeping your pet healthy during the summer and winter in...