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 Presidents Day holiday, all Douglas County Government offices will be closed and the Link On Demand rideshare service will be unavailable on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026. Link On Demand and County offices will reopen on Tuesday, Feb. 17, for normal business. Many County services are available 24/7 by visiting online services.
Due to a statewide DMV upgrade, online driver license services are unavailable, and motor vehicle and MVExpress kiosk services will be unavailable beginning the evening of Friday, Feb. 13, until the system re-launches on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Douglas County Motor Vehicle offices will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for system testing.
February 24, 2021
Douglas County’s five rural fire protection districts that respond to incidents in the Pike National Forest area received needed funds to help them manage wildland fires, medical emergencies and structure fires. “Our rural fire districts…
Douglas County’s five rural fire protection districts that respond to incidents in the Pike National…
Read MoreJanuary 29, 2021
Are you and your family prepared for the natural hazard risks that can occur in Douglas County? Whether new to Douglas County or a long-time resident, you know that severe weather, wildfires, or floods can…
Are you and your family prepared for the natural hazard risks that can occur in…
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2021
During the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Douglas County Household Chemical Roundup Program has changed course to ensure safety for residents and workers. Come to our new appointment-only pop-up-style event to dispose of all…
During the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Douglas County Household Chemical Roundup Program has…
Read MoreDecember 30, 2020
Planning your New Year’s Eve celebration? Like most of 2020, your safety-first New Year’s will look different than it has in the past. Earlier this week, the Centers for Disease Control announced their official guidelines…
Planning your New Year’s Eve celebration? Like most of 2020, your safety-first New Year’s will…
Read MoreDecember 8, 2020
During the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Douglas County Household Chemical Roundup Program has changed course to ensure safety for residents and workers. Come to our new appointment-only pop-up-style event to dispose of all…
During the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Douglas County Household Chemical Roundup Program has…
Read MoreNovember 16, 2020
Information provided by the Tri-County Health Department During the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Douglas County Household Chemical Roundup Program has changed course to ensure safety for residents and workers. Come to our new…
Information provided by the Tri-County Health Department During the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the…
Read MoreNovember 5, 2020
Do you wish to know how to better prepare your family for and understand the risks posed by natural hazards to our community? Douglas County is currently working to update the FEMA-required Local Natural Hazard…
Do you wish to know how to better prepare your family for and understand the…
Read MoreOctober 20, 2020
Keeping costumes safe, checking candies before your child digs in and making sure your home is trick-or-treating friendly are all important steps we take every year to help ensure a safe and happy Halloween for…
Keeping costumes safe, checking candies before your child digs in and making sure your home…
Read MoreOctober 14, 2020
Are you a resident of Douglas County with a passion for parks and a heart for service? If your answer is yes, please consider applying for one of six vacancies on the Douglas County Parks…
Are you a resident of Douglas County with a passion for parks and a heart…
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