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 New Year’s Day holiday, all Douglas County offices will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2, for normal business. Many County services are available 24/7 on our online services page.
December 16, 2025
Douglas County will soon become home to the nation’s first county-operated biochar facility, an achievement that places our community at the leading edge of wildfire mitigation technology. This bold initiative continues to attract attention across…
Douglas County will soon become home to the nation’s first county-operated biochar facility, an achievement…
Read MoreDecember 15, 2025
Your chance to get a jump on an unforgettable summer concert experience is here! The award-winning Douglas County Fair & Rodeo is welcoming legendary country artist Trace Adkins to kick off the 2026 Fair &…
Your chance to get a jump on an unforgettable summer concert experience is here! The…
Read MoreDecember 15, 2025
Every year, your Board of Douglas County Commissioners reports back to you on annual accomplishments achieved with and through others during the State of the County event. Join us to take a look back at…
Every year, your Board of Douglas County Commissioners reports back to you on annual accomplishments…
Read MoreDecember 15, 2025
Information courtesy of Douglas County Sheriff: 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…
Information courtesy of Douglas County Sheriff: By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 1 Fire…
Read MoreDecember 15, 2025
Current Situation We (Xcel Energy) are closely monitoring and preparing for a strong wind event in Colorado forecast to start Wednesday, Dec. 17, along the Front Range. Very dry conditions over the last several weeks…
Current Situation We (Xcel Energy) are closely monitoring and preparing for a strong wind event…
Read MoreDecember 15, 2025
Did you know that in Colorado, most full-service Driver License Offices are operated by the state? These state Driver License Offices are run independently from county motor vehicle offices. The Colorado Driver Resource Center website…
Did you know that in Colorado, most full-service Driver License Offices are operated by the…
Read MoreDecember 12, 2025
If you travel along County Line Road between University Boulevard and Broadway, please be aware of an upcoming full roadway closure as part of the ongoing County Line Road Widening and Reconstruction project. What: A…
If you travel along County Line Road between University Boulevard and Broadway, please be aware…
Read MoreDecember 10, 2025
As a result of the 2001 voter-approved Douglas County Developmental Disabilities Mill Levy, more than $7.3 million has now been awarded to organizations delivering local services to support residents with developmental disabilities and their families,…
As a result of the 2001 voter-approved Douglas County Developmental Disabilities Mill Levy, more than…
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…
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