By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open burning, the use of fireworks, portable fireplaces/fire pits and campfires in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
July 23, 2026
Pictured: No homes were damaged in this 2026 wildfire in Douglas County Wildfire remains the No. 1 natural hazard facing Douglas County. This year alone, the Douglas County Helitack team has responded to 28 wildfire…
Pictured: No homes were damaged in this 2026 wildfire in Douglas County Wildfire remains the…
Read MoreJuly 22, 2026
When your kids head back to school this August, you’ll see a School Resource Officer on campus. These dedicated officers greet students, participate in school activities, direct the school pickup line, and patrol your local…
When your kids head back to school this August, you’ll see a School Resource Officer…
Read MoreJuly 21, 2026
The compassion of our community continues to make a difference in the lives of people in Douglas County who have fallen on hard times. Douglas County’s Homeless Engagement, Assistance and Resource Team (HEART) received a $2,500 donation from St. Philip Lutheran Church…
The compassion of our community continues to make a difference in the lives of people in…
Read MoreJuly 21, 2026
Do you serve our country in the military or serve locally as a first responder? You deserve our thanks. As a small token of gratitude, the 2026 Douglas County Fair & Rodeo is offering one…
Do you serve our country in the military or serve locally as a first responder?…
Read MoreJuly 17, 2026
Whether heading to work, a doctor's appointment, the grocery store or dinner with friends, Castle Rock residents will soon have a new transportation option—and many other Douglas County residents will have more destinations. Riders will…
Whether heading to work, a doctor's appointment, the grocery store or dinner with friends, Castle…
Read MoreJuly 16, 2026
In partnership with water providers, the Douglas County Water Commission is taking a proactive step toward a sustainable future with its ongoing effort to develop a comprehensive, long-term water supply plan designed to support the community for generations to come. …
In partnership with water providers, the Douglas County Water Commission is taking a proactive step toward a sustainable future with…
Read MoreJuly 15, 2026
Developmental Pathways (DP), in partnership with the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo, is thrilled to bring back the Unbridled Rodeo, a free, fully inclusive, family-friendly event for individuals with disabilities and their loved ones! Now…
Developmental Pathways (DP), in partnership with the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo, is thrilled to…
Read MoreJuly 14, 2026
Do you drive Grigs Road between Castle Pines and Highlands Ranch? Your feedback is needed as planning for the final phase of improvements begins. Douglas County is beginning design on improvements to the last remaining…
Do you drive Grigs Road between Castle Pines and Highlands Ranch? Your feedback is needed…
Read MoreJuly 13, 2026
Pictured: The Evans homestead at Lincoln Mountain Open Space You’re invited to celebrate the ribbon-cutting for the historic Evans Homestead and the new Homestead Trail at a public event at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18,…
Pictured: The Evans homestead at Lincoln Mountain Open Space You’re invited to celebrate the ribbon-cutting…
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