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.
November 20, 2025
Did you know most people try to quit smoking at least five times before they are successful? If you’ve struggled to stop smoking or vaping, you are not alone. We invite you to join us…
Did you know most people try to quit smoking at least five times before they…
Read MoreNovember 6, 2025
Organizations focused on opioid and substance use disorder prevention, intervention, treatment, recovery, or harm reduction are encouraged to apply for emergency grant funding offered by the Douglas County Opioid Council and the Douglas County Community…
Organizations focused on opioid and substance use disorder prevention, intervention, treatment, recovery, or harm reduction…
Read MoreSeptember 5, 2025
What would you do if you had to urgently leave your home due to a flood or fire? Are you prepared to survive severe weather in your home or in your car? During National Preparedness…
What would you do if you had to urgently leave your home due to a…
Read MoreAugust 27, 2025
We know that reading aloud to children and spending time outdoors together fosters healthy development by strengthening bonds, building language skills, improving motor abilities, and supporting overall physical well-being. That’s why your Douglas County Health…
We know that reading aloud to children and spending time outdoors together fosters healthy development…
Read MoreAugust 22, 2025
Join Douglas County Health Department on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. for a Community Open House offering a variety of resources for every member of the family! Douglas County Health Department is…
Join Douglas County Health Department on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. for…
Read MoreJune 17, 2025
Would you be surprised to learn that the overall early mortality rate is 41% higher for men than women? Men are also significantly less likely to have a primary healthcare provider. And, more than one-third…
Would you be surprised to learn that the overall early mortality rate is 41% higher…
Read MoreJune 10, 2025
If you are looking for Douglas County Health Department services – such as WIC, vital records or environmental health - please be aware that beginning Monday, July 7, all services and employees will be located…
If you are looking for Douglas County Health Department services – such as WIC, vital…
Read MoreMarch 13, 2025
Did you know that vaping use among teens is nearly twice as high in Douglas County compared to the rest of the country? According to the Centers for Disease Control, e-cigarette and vaping use among…
Did you know that vaping use among teens is nearly twice as high in Douglas…
Read MoreFebruary 24, 2025
You’ve heard of shingles, but do you know how common this painful illness is? One in 3 adults in the US will develop shingles (herpes zoster) during their lifetimes. This viral infection causes a painful,…
You’ve heard of shingles, but do you know how common this painful illness is? One…
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