August 7, 2023
Did you know that 67,000 students will start school in Douglas County tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 8? For perspective, about 76,125 fans pack Empower Field at Mile High when the Denver Broncos take the field. That’s…
Did you know that 67,000 students will start school in Douglas County tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug.…
Read MoreJune 25, 2023
A new location is open for residents looking to drop off tree debris. Root balls like this one should be taken to the new location along Grigs Road. A new site will be available Monday…
A new location is open for residents looking to drop off tree debris. Root balls…
Read MoreJune 13, 2023
Imagine returning to your vehicle after a relaxing hike or your weekly shopping trip to discover a smashed window and stolen personal items. Douglas County is one of the safest places in the state, but…
Imagine returning to your vehicle after a relaxing hike or your weekly shopping trip to…
Read MoreApril 11, 2023
April 25 Update: The Board of County Commissioners approved a fifth call-when-needed air support contract for $100,000 for additional air support through Dec. 31. The County’s total investment in aerial firefighting contracts for 2023 is…
April 25 Update: The Board of County Commissioners approved a fifth call-when-needed air support contract…
Read MoreFebruary 7, 2023
Douglas County’s five rural fire protection districts were recognized by the Board of Douglas County Commissioners with vital firefighting funds to help them manage fires, medical emergencies, and rescue operations specifically in the Pike National…
Douglas County’s five rural fire protection districts were recognized by the Board of Douglas County…
Read MoreDecember 27, 2022
Your safety is our priority in Douglas County. It’s also a shared responsibility. According to Colorado State Patrol, 700 people had died on Colorado roads by early November, setting another unfortunate state record. The second…
Your safety is our priority in Douglas County. It’s also a shared responsibility. According to…
Read MoreDecember 21, 2022
Douglas County has a response for addressing shelter needs that may occur due to the forthcoming arctic freeze. If you need help with shelter, the County has these resources: Stranded Motorists: call 303-660-7500 for the…
Douglas County has a response for addressing shelter needs that may occur due to the…
Read MoreDecember 20, 2022
Douglas County Health Department (DCHD) is issuing a public health advisory due to dangerously low temperatures forecasted by the National Weather Service (NWS), which can threaten health, safety and life. The NWS has issued a…
Douglas County Health Department (DCHD) is issuing a public health advisory due to dangerously low…
Read MoreNovember 23, 2022
What do you do if a smoke alarm goes off in your home? Do your kids know what to do? According to the National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking…
What do you do if a smoke alarm goes off in your home? Do your…
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