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.
January 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…
Read MoreJune 5, 2024
Wildfires are the No. 1 natural hazard in Douglas County and can happen in any season. Everyone in Douglas County – emergency response agencies and residents – must be prepared for the possibility of a…
Wildfires are the No. 1 natural hazard in Douglas County and can happen in any…
Read MoreApril 26, 2024
Five days before an election was scheduled to determine if the deputies and sergeants of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office wished to be represented for purposes of collective bargaining by the local Fraternal Order of…
Five days before an election was scheduled to determine if the deputies and sergeants of…
Read MoreApril 24, 2024
You’ll see them greeting students, participating in school activities, directing the school pickup line, and patrolling your local school. They build positive relationships with youth and stay current with the various topics and trends impacting…
You’ll see them greeting students, participating in school activities, directing the school pickup line, and…
Read MoreMarch 26, 2024
Your home is likely one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. That’s why each year Douglas County invests significant resources in the firefighting tools needed to protect your life, home and property from…
Your home is likely one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. That’s why…
Read MoreMarch 15, 2024
Due to ongoing severe winter weather and heavy snow, all Douglas County government offices will be on a two-hour delayed start Friday, March 15. Many County services remain available 24/7 online. A powerful winter storm…
Due to ongoing severe winter weather and heavy snow, all Douglas County government offices will…
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