In a press conference Nov. 10, Teller County Undersheriff Marcus Woodward, 47, announced his intention to run for the office of sheriff in the 2010 election. Woodward seeks to replace the term-limited Sheriff Kevin Dougherty.

Anyone who wants to open a medical marijuana dispensary in Cripple Creek will have to wait at least 90 days while the city sets regulations. City council approved a temporary moratorium as an emergency ordinance after city staff reported receiving several inquiries.

A doe-eyed puppy sits at the corner of a busy intersection, his silky golden coat shining in the sun as he looks both ways.

The search for a new Woodland Park RE-2 School District Superintendent continues. The field has been narrowed to six candidates and interviews will begin after Thanksgiving.

Woodland Park Re-2 District school board has an important decision to make — which energy-saving proposals from Honeywell Energy will be implemented in the next few years.

In late November or early December, 4,800 Teller County households with Woodland Park addresses will receive a four-page survey about trees.

Dan Alfrey, Web master, vice president and field trip coordinator for the Lake George Gem & Mineral Club, received an Honorable Mention certificate of appreciation, after placing fourth in the Rocky Mountain Federation of Mineralogical Societies 2009 contest — 2.5 points separated Alfrey from first place in a tight race that had member clubs from Colorado taking three of the top four spots.