Do you know a Douglas County teenager, between the ages of 13 and 19, who has overcome adversity and created positive change in their lives, as well as the lives of others? Nominations for the 2020 Douglas County Outstanding Youth Awards are now being accepted. Ten award recipients will have the opportunity to share their… Read On

Are you a resident of Douglas County with a heart to serve Douglas County residents with developmental disabilities? If you consider yourself a candidate for one of two open seats on the Douglas County Developmental Disabilities Mill Levy Advisory Council, you are welcome to apply by Feb. 14. This volunteer, citizen advisory group was established… Read On

For Douglas County residents enduring hard times, it’s good to know that a free hot meal and more than 20 local service organizations will be available at the Strive to Thrive Resource and Service Fair, on Jan. 28 from 4-6 p.m. at Calvary Castle Rock, 1100 Caprice Dr. This free event provides attendees with information… Read On

Five organizations specializing in serving the County’s growing senior population, as well as adults with disabilities, with quality reliable transportation services, will have funding to do so thanks to a $494,000 grant from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Federal Transit Administration. The grant, received by Douglas County, will fund door-to-door, demand-response transportation… Read On

Douglas County residents who need help with winter heating costs may apply for energy assistance through the State of Colorado’s Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP). The program is seasonal, and help is available Nov. 1 through April 30.  While the program will not pay for all winter heating expenses, if you are eligible, the program… Read On