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.
March 4, 2026
Information courtesy of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office and the Douglas County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) are proud to announce that Douglas County is deploying Hi-Lo sirens as a…
Information courtesy of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office and the…
Read MoreFebruary 24, 2026
Following extensive community and business input, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners has adopted an ordinance designed to improve reporting, strengthen enforcement and protect local businesses from retail theft. The ordinance – approved unanimously at…
Following extensive community and business input, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners has adopted an…
Read MoreFebruary 19, 2026
Today, employees of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office voted against union representation. The Board of County Commissioners appreciates the thoughtful consideration given to this important decision. We have consistently believed that Douglas County’s culture of…
Today, employees of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office voted against union representation. The Board of…
Read MoreJanuary 27, 2026
Pictured: North Fork Fire firefighter demonstrates use of gear purchased with PILT funds. Douglas County’s six rural fire protection districts were recognized by the Board of Douglas County Commissioners with vital firefighting funds to help…
Pictured: North Fork Fire firefighter demonstrates use of gear purchased with PILT funds. Douglas County’s…
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 9, 2025
While some communities across the country are choosing not to address retail theft, your Douglas County leaders are sending a clear and firm message: shoplifting will not be tolerated here. At a news conference Dec.…
While some communities across the country are choosing not to address retail theft, your Douglas…
Read MoreSeptember 15, 2025
Your help is needed as Douglas County plans to update its Hazard Mitigation Plan in 2026. The plan addresses the risks posed to our community by hazards like wildfires, flood and drought, and identifies specific…
Your help is needed as Douglas County plans to update its Hazard Mitigation Plan in…
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2025
You know emergencies can happen, and that’s why it's so important to have a plan in place to help prevent disasters, minimize harm and damage, and ensure recovery happens as quickly and safely as possible.…
You know emergencies can happen, and that’s why it's so important to have a plan…
Read MoreAugust 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,…
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