By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open fires, open burning, and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
In observance of the New Year’s Day holiday, all Douglas County offices will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2, for normal business. Many County services are available 24/7 on our online services page.
December 30, 2025
Here in Douglas County, agriculture has shaped our identity, economy, and sense of place for hundreds of years. Agritourism offers valuable opportunities for residents to take part in activities where they can experience and learn…
Here in Douglas County, agriculture has shaped our identity, economy, and sense of place for…
Read MoreDecember 26, 2025
As soon as you’re ready to say goodbye to this year’s Christmas tree, Douglas County is again offering several locations where you can recycle your tree and pick up free mulch any time of the…
As soon as you’re ready to say goodbye to this year’s Christmas tree, Douglas County…
Read MoreDecember 19, 2025
In observance of Christmas, all Douglas County offices will close at noon on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and will be closed for the entire day on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m.…
In observance of Christmas, all Douglas County offices will close at noon on Wednesday, Dec.…
Read MoreDecember 18, 2025
Investments in public safety and transportation infrastructure make up the bulk of Douglas County’s annual budget, approved unanimously by the Board of Douglas County Commissioners during a public hearing on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The 2026…
Investments in public safety and transportation infrastructure make up the bulk of Douglas County’s annual…
Read MoreDecember 18, 2025
We know that wildfires are the No. 1 natural hazard in Douglas County. Your county leaders and our regional and state partners have been working around the clock to protect your community this week during…
We know that wildfires are the No. 1 natural hazard in Douglas County. Your county…
Read MoreDecember 18, 2025
New Year’s Eve is a meaningful time to gather with family, friends and neighbors, and your Board of Douglas County Commissioners is excited to offer a fun, family-friendly way to welcome 2026 together. Beginning at…
New Year’s Eve is a meaningful time to gather with family, friends and neighbors, and…
Read MoreDecember 17, 2025
Douglas County has a strong history of eliminating barriers for business investment, creating effective partnerships, and maintaining a low-tax environment. The Board of Douglas County Commissioners reaffirmed its commitment to this pro-business policy during the…
Douglas County has a strong history of eliminating barriers for business investment, creating effective partnerships,…
Read MoreDecember 17, 2025
Douglas County continues to experience a growing need for increased housing construction to provide homeownership opportunities for families of every size and at every stage of life. However, obstacles such as construction defect litigation often…
Douglas County continues to experience a growing need for increased housing construction to provide homeownership…
Read MoreDecember 16, 2025
Douglas County will soon become home to the nation’s first county-operated biochar facility, an achievement that places our community at the leading edge of wildfire mitigation technology. This bold initiative continues to attract attention across…
Douglas County will soon become home to the nation’s first county-operated biochar facility, an achievement…
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