Did you know that more than half of all Douglas County households are also home to at least one pet? With this reality comes the need to peacefully and safely co-exist with one another and our pets in ways that are helpful, equitable and consistent. To help you and your neighbors know more about… Read On

  If a wildfire was threatening your family and your property, how would you know? What would you do? Answers to these questions and more will be available to you on Tuesday night, April 16 from 6 – 8 p.m., at the free Wildfire Alert and Evacuation Workshop hosted by the Douglas County Commissioners, County… Read On

  “This time of year, we especially understand the importance of having every precaution in place to protect our communities should a wildfire occur,” said County Commissioner and Vice Chair Roger Partridge. “That includes securing as much wildland fire air support as possible, allowing us to immediately respond to any wildland fire in the County.”… Read On

Check cotrip.org before leaving for weekend travel plans Do your weekend plans include hitting the slopes to take advantage of the fresh powder? Or maybe heading to Vail to watch the Snowboarding Championships? Or joining the foodies in the Mile High City to experience Denver Restaurant Week? No matter what your plans, know about road… Read On

Five rural Douglas County fire protection districts that respond to incidents in the Pike National Forest area received needed funds to help them manage wildland fires, medical emergencies and structure fires. The five fire districts were awarded a total of $100,000, funds that come to Douglas County annually from the federal government as Payment in… Read On