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Douglas County, Colorado
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About Douglas, CO

Population
Approximately 357,978 residents
County Seat
Castle Rock, Colorado
Coverage Area
843 square miles in central Colorado

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Douglas County Deploys Hi-Lo Sirens in Patrol Cars for Evacuations
Government

Douglas County Deploys Hi-Lo Sirens in Patrol Cars for Evacuations

Douglas County announced it has installed Hi‑Lo sirens and recorded evacuation messages in patrol cars to warn residents to evacuate immediately during extreme emergencies.

Marcus Williams3m read
Douglas County Commissioners End Public Comment Period, Trigger Protests and Lawsuit
Government

Douglas County Commissioners End Public Comment Period, Trigger Protests and Lawsuit

Douglas County commissioners Abe Laydon, George Teal and Kevin Van Winkle removed the general public comment period on Feb. 26, 2026, sparking protests, a lawmakers' rebuke and an open‑meetings lawsuit.

Marcus Williams3m read
Former Douglas County deputy charged with DUI, assault; judge allows California treatment
Government

Former Douglas County deputy charged with DUI, assault; judge allows California treatment

Former Douglas County deputy Andrew Sanders, 40, was arrested after officers saw his truck weaving; he faces DUI and assault charges after allegedly spitting on a Parker officer and was released on $1,000 bail.

James Thompson2m read
Douglas County Fairgrounds facilities, leadership and how to track events
Community

Douglas County Fairgrounds facilities, leadership and how to track events

Douglas County will move Castle Rock’s fairgrounds from a first-come booking model to an application-based system, with three booking classifications and windows of six to 24 months.

Lisa Park3m read
James Beard-Nominated Poulette Bakeshop to Open Larger Mainstreet in Parker
Business

James Beard-Nominated Poulette Bakeshop to Open Larger Mainstreet in Parker

Poulette Bakeshop signed a lease for a 2,800-square-foot Mainstreet storefront at The Juniper, moving from 19585 Hess Road to 19865 Mainstreet, Suite 130 in Parker.

Sarah Chen2m read
Lone Tree Timberlines Highlights 2026 Priorities, Justice Center Progress
Government

Lone Tree Timberlines Highlights 2026 Priorities, Justice Center Progress

The City of Lone Tree published its February–March Timberlines online in early March, announcing a topping out for the new Justice Center on land donated by Coventry Development east of I-25 in RidgeGate.

Marcus Williams3m read
Judge Elizabeth B. Volz Retirement Creates 23rd District Court Vacancy; Interviews Dec. 9
Government

Judge Elizabeth B. Volz Retirement Creates 23rd District Court Vacancy; Interviews Dec. 9

The 23rd Judicial District Nominating Commission will meet in Castle Rock to name nominees for Gov. appointment after Judge Elizabeth B. Volz retires, creating a vacancy effective Feb. 2, 2026.

Marcus Williams3m read
Wind grounds Colorado's new Firehawk as federal helicopter fights Douglas brush fire
Government

Wind grounds Colorado's new Firehawk as federal helicopter fights Douglas brush fire

Colorado’s $24–$25M S-70 Firehawk was grounded by wind at Rocky Mountain Regional Airport, while a 50–51-year-old U.S. Forest Service Type 2 helicopter made 27 bucket drops south of Castle Rock.

James Thompson2m read
Rivers Church Contract to Buy Downtown Castle Rock Mall Could Displace Tenants
Business

Rivers Church Contract to Buy Downtown Castle Rock Mall Could Displace Tenants

Rivers Church is under contract to buy 136, 138 and 140 South Wilcox in downtown Castle Rock, a deal that could force Stumpy’s Pizza and CrossFit Loop to close to make room for a sanctuary.

Sarah Chen3m read
Fast-Moving Parker Brush Fires Contained; Evacuations Canceled, No Structures Damaged
Community

Fast-Moving Parker Brush Fires Contained; Evacuations Canceled, No Structures Damaged

South Metro Fire Rescue and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office contained fast-moving brush fires in Parker; door-to-door evacuations on Vinegarroon Road and Sonoma Trail were canceled and no structures were damaged.

Lisa Park2m read
How to follow meetings, comment, and track land‑use in Douglas County
Government

How to follow meetings, comment, and track land‑use in Douglas County

Follow the Board of County Commissioners, town councils, and planning commissions: where to watch, how to submit oral or written public comment, and what timelines and rules to verify for land‑use and budget items.

James Thompson7m read
How Douglas County residents can file non-emergency reports online and by phone
Government

How Douglas County residents can file non-emergency reports online and by phone

Douglas County is not one place, Oregon, Colorado and Nevada use different reporting systems and phone lines; call the right non‑emergency number or use the county’s online “Report a Crime” button.

Marcus Williams6m read
Sweet Creek Capital to break ground on 70-unit The Peaks at Canyons
Business

Sweet Creek Capital to break ground on 70-unit The Peaks at Canyons

Sweet Creek Capital closed on a site and will break ground on The Peaks at Canyons, a 70-unit luxury rental townhome project in Castle Pines announced March 5, 2026.

Sarah Chen2m read
Playa Bowls to Open Parker Mainstreet Location with March 7 Grand Opening
Business

Playa Bowls to Open Parker Mainstreet Location with March 7 Grand Opening

Playa Bowls will open at 11:00 a.m. March 7, 2026 at 19865 Main Street, Suite 140 in Parker, its second Douglas County location with phone (720) 531-5675.

Sarah Chen2m read
Colorado confirms Broomfield measles case; exposure sites released, Douglas County urges vaccination
Healthcare

Colorado confirms Broomfield measles case; exposure sites released, Douglas County urges vaccination

CDPHE confirmed an unvaccinated Broomfield child with measles and released metro exposure locations, including Broomfield High School and UCHealth Broomfield ED; monitor through mid-March.

Lisa Park4m read
Castle Rock begins 23-acre wildfire mitigation at Metzler Family Open Space
Government

Castle Rock begins 23-acre wildfire mitigation at Metzler Family Open Space

Castle Rock will treat about 23 acres of Metzler Family Open Space in early March, with crews visible from 8 a.m. Monday–Saturday and goats grazing the site ahead of mechanical work.

James Thompson2m read
Castle Pines Planning Commission Discusses Crowsnest Annexation and Long-Range Planning
Government

Castle Pines Planning Commission Discusses Crowsnest Annexation and Long-Range Planning

The City of Castle Pines Planning Commission met March 5 for a hybrid special session at the Castle Pines Library to review long-range planning materials and the high-profile Crowsnest annexation petition.

James Thompson2m read
Castle Rock Town Council to weigh multiple annexation ordinances March 3
Government

Castle Rock Town Council to weigh multiple annexation ordinances March 3

Castle Rock council heard multiple annexation hearings March 3, including the Territorial Road annexation - 4.7 acres tied to ACM Dawson Trails and a first reading for Dawson Trails Amendment No. 3.

James Thompson3m read
Douglas County Parks Offer Striking Geology, Accessible Trails and Family Amenities Year-Round
Community

Douglas County Parks Offer Striking Geology, Accessible Trails and Family Amenities Year-Round

Douglas County's compact park network, from Roxborough and Castlewood Canyon to town parks in Castle Rock, Parker and Highlands Ranch, delivers dramatic red‑rock scenery, year‑round trails and family amenities, but faces seasonal crowding and funding trade‑offs.

Marcus Williams5m read
How Candidates Can Qualify for 2026 Municipal Office in Douglas County
Government

How Candidates Can Qualify for 2026 Municipal Office in Douglas County

Douglas County residents who want to run in 2026 must confirm local residency, review Lone Tree or Parker charter rules, and file with the city or town clerk, start now and contact your municipal clerk.

James Thompson5m read
ThunderRidge beats Overland 81-71, advances in CHSAA 6A playoffs
Education

ThunderRidge beats Overland 81-71, advances in CHSAA 6A playoffs

ThunderRidge High School (Highlands Ranch) defeated Overland High School (Aurora) 81-71 in the 2nd round of the 2026 CHSAA Class 6A state playoffs, advancing to the next round.

Marcus Williams2m read
Westword investigation finds Douglas County using AI license‑plate readers
Government

Westword investigation finds Douglas County using AI license‑plate readers

Westword reported Douglas County is among Denver metro jurisdictions deploying Flock Safety AI license‑plate readers; the ACLU says Flock "streams records" into a private national database accessible to police.

Marcus Williams3m read
Douglas County's Second Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive March 24-25
Healthcare

Douglas County's Second Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive March 24-25

Douglas County first responders will compete for a trophy while collecting lifesaving blood March 24-25 at Parker Fieldhouse and the James R. Sullivan Events Center.

Lisa Park2m read
Chatfield Eliminates Castle View 43-28, Ending 2026 Class 6A Run
Education

Chatfield Eliminates Castle View 43-28, Ending 2026 Class 6A Run

Chatfield eliminated Castle View 43-28 in the opening round of the CHSAA girls state tournament, ending Castle View High School’s Class 6A run on Feb. 25, 2026.

Lisa Park1m read
Parker Planning Commission Meeting Scheduled for Feb. 26, 2026 Canceled
Government

Parker Planning Commission Meeting Scheduled for Feb. 26, 2026 Canceled

Parker Planning Commission meeting set for 7:00 PM Feb. 26 at Parker Town Hall was canceled, posted on the town’s CivicEngage calendar with a "More" link and a truncated referral to the Planning Commission page.

Marcus Williams2m read
Social Media Post Alleging Democrats' Takeover Sparks Lawsuit Over Douglas County Meetings
Government

Social Media Post Alleging Democrats' Takeover Sparks Lawsuit Over Douglas County Meetings

Plaintiffs Lora Thomas, State Rep. Bob Marshall and Julie Gooden sued Douglas County, asking a judge to invalidate the March 25 Castle Rock home‑rule vote after a social‑media post alleged a Democratic "takeover."

James Thompson3m read
Douglas County Sheriff's Office Prepares for Polar Plunge to Support Special Olympics
Community

Douglas County Sheriff's Office Prepares for Polar Plunge to Support Special Olympics

Douglas County Sheriff's Office plunges today to raise funds for Special Olympics Colorado, aiming to support 28,000 athletes under the "Freezin' for a Reason" campaign.

Lisa Park3m read
Douglas County Sheriff's Office Therapy Dog Olive Warms Mountain Ridge Students
Community

Douglas County Sheriff's Office Therapy Dog Olive Warms Mountain Ridge Students

Olive, a four-month-old pure-bred Golden Retriever donated by Connors K9 PAWS, comforted a special needs student at Mountain Ridge Middle School and “took the oath of office” as DCSO’s first CRT therapy dog.

Lisa Park2m read
Schrader Family Gift and County Match Fast-Track Castle Rock Cancer Center
Healthcare

Schrader Family Gift and County Match Fast-Track Castle Rock Cancer Center

Prismnews reported the Schrader family finalized an $8 million commitment, and Douglas County’s $1 million gift unlocked a $1 million match to speed AdventHealth Castle Rock’s on-campus cancer center.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez3m read