Elisabeth Slay, The Shawnee News-Star Journalist Profile

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Englewood restaurant Frank the Pizza King to close its doors after 64 years

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

For over six decades Frank the Pizza King has been a beloved staple in Englewood’s business community. Now, after 64 years the pizzeria will close its doors. Matt Krascek, co-owner of the business and grandson of Frank Krascek “the Pizza King,” said he and employees knew the building was up for sale a few months but were shocked to find out on April 10 that the building had been sold and they would need to vacate the premises. “We’re pretty devastated,” Krascek said. “The truth really upset me.
Littleton bus aide will still face added felony charge of child abuse

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

A former Littleton Public Schools bus paraprofessional faces 13 charges of child abuse and bodily injury after a judge on April 14 ruled there is enough circumstantial evidence from the prosecution to move forward with all the charges.
Mother-daughter duo keeps needlework alive through shop in Englewood

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

For over five decades, the mother-daughter owned business, Diversions Needlepoint, has woven its way into the fabric of Colorado – and now resides in Englewood’s creative community. Colorado native and owner of Diversions, Cari Davis, was inspired by her late mother, Mary Lou Kidder, to practice the art of needlepoint. It was her passion for the art that eventually led her to pursue it as a career. “I saw her doing it and wanted to do it,” Davis said.
Englewood high school, middle school students recognized by educators, board of education in April

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

Five Englewood Schools students were recognized April 1 for their dedication, leadership, community involvement, integrity and more. Students are often recognized during monthly Englewood Board of Education meetings. Faculty and staff at each school submit students’ names to be recognized by the board. Sarah ClaveriaClaveria is a senior at Englewood High School and was recognized for meeting the district’s core value of community.
Englewood drops idea of 2025 mayoral runoff

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

After weeks of controversy and lengthy public comment on April 7, Englewood’s upcoming direct mayoral election will be conducted in the traditional fashion, with the largest vote-getter winning the seat without necessarily getting more than half the total vote.
‘The hardest worker’: Englewood Schools appreciates Jerry Salazar’s dedication to Cherrelyn Elementary

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

When head custodian Jerry Salazar begins his duties to prepare the Cherrelyn Elementary School building for the day, he looks forward to friendly interactions with students, funny moments with staff, and ensuring every detail of the building’s functionality is properly maintained. For the past year, Salazar has worked as Cherrlyn’s head custodian – a position that he was promoted to after working as a substitute custodian at Englewood High School and Colorado’s Finest High School of Choice.
Residents of Parkview Towers apartments in Englewood displaced due to flooding

3 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

Several residents at Parkview Towers in Englewood were displaced Thursday morning due to flooding. An April 3 press release from the city said the flooding at the complex, in the east building located at 3655 S. Pearl St., was caused by an act of vandalism. “The incident was caused by vandalism to the building’s fire suppression system, which led to depressurization and flooding across all floors,” the city said in its release.
Englewood’s Reuben Saucedo made ‘simple moments feel special’

3 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

Known as a kind person whose energy could light up any room – whether he was cracking jokes with friends, lifting spirits on the basketball court or riding his mini bike with a big grin – family, friends and the greater Englewood community mourns the loss of Reuben Saucedo, who died in a car wreck on March 2. His former basketball coach at Englewood High School, John Nonemacher, remembers Saucedo as not only a dedicated athlete, but as a young man who always gave his all.
Englewood police recover stolen George Washington painting

3 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

After searching for over a year, the Englewood Police Department has recovered a stolen historic painting of President George Washington. A March 31 press release from the agency states that the painting was found after it was stolen from Extra Space Storage, located in the 3300 block of South Santa Fe Drive, in January 2024. Englewood police and the FBI Denver Field Office worked together to recover the painting.
Englewood wants voter input on mayoral elections

4 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Elisabeth Slay

Englewood City Council aims to ask voters how they want to conduct the city’s first direct mayoral election this fall. In last year’s November election, Englewood voters overwhelmingly approved a charter change to allow for the direct election of the mayor, beginning with the 2025 regular election scheduled for Nov. 4. Until now, the mayor has been chosen by members of council from among their ranks.