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. Additional information on fire restrictions stages can be located at the Douglas County Emergency Management website.
August 14, 2025
Did you know that 61,000 students started school in Douglas County this week? For perspective, about 76,000 fans pack Empower Field at Mile High when the Denver Broncos take the field. That’s a lot of…
Did you know that 61,000 students started school in Douglas County this week? For perspective,…
Read MoreJuly 15, 2025
Over the weekend, we saw Douglas County’s investment in wildfire mitigation resources in action. Beginning around 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 13, South Metro Fire Rescue received multiple reports of spot fires ranging from Chatfield…
Over the weekend, we saw Douglas County’s investment in wildfire mitigation resources in action. Beginning…
Read MoreMay 2, 2025
You’ve seen the destructive power of wind-blown wildfires – here in Colorado and across our nation. Fires are the No. 1 natural hazard in Douglas County, a risk we’re always working to mitigate. How can…
You’ve seen the destructive power of wind-blown wildfires – here in Colorado and across our…
Read MoreApril 10, 2025
Update: Friday, April 11: Governor Jared Polis has signed SB 25-03 into law. Did you know state laws are often implemented – and paid for – at the county level? That – combined with its…
Update: Friday, April 11: Governor Jared Polis has signed SB 25-03 into law. Did you…
Read MoreFebruary 19, 2025
You know when you see a Douglas County School Resource Officer, they’re keeping campus safe while your children learn. The 43 men and women of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office who don the uniform to…
You know when you see a Douglas County School Resource Officer, they’re keeping campus safe…
Read MoreJanuary 28, 2025
Your home and property are likely the biggest investment you’ll ever make, and that’s why your county invests significant resources in the firefighting tools needed to protect your life, home and family from our community’s…
Your home and property are likely the biggest investment you’ll ever make, and that’s why…
Read MoreDecember 18, 2024
What will criminal justice look like in your new 23rd Judicial District? Hear directly from newly elected District Attorney George Brauchler today at 1 p.m. Watch live on YouTube. Brauchler was elected in November to…
What will criminal justice look like in your new 23rd Judicial District? Hear directly from…
Read MoreNovember 25, 2024
Information courtesy of the Colorado Department of Transportation: If your Thanksgiving plans include alcohol or cannabis, plan a safe and sober ride home — your loved ones will be thankful you did. From Nov. 21…
Information courtesy of the Colorado Department of Transportation: If your Thanksgiving plans include alcohol or…
Read MoreJuly 31, 2024
Douglas County Sheriff Moves from Stage 1 to Stage 2 Fire Restrictions By Order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 2 fire restrictions, are now in place. Ordinance No. O-012-004, restricting open fires, open burning and…
Douglas County Sheriff Moves from Stage 1 to Stage 2 Fire Restrictions By Order of…
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