Douglas County Offices Close for Christmas, Reopen Friday Morning

Douglas County officials advised residents to plan ahead for holiday schedules as county offices will shorten hours on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day. Offices will close at noon on Wednesday, December 24 and will be closed for the entire day on Thursday, December 25. Regular business hours will resume at 8 a.m. on Friday, December 26. The county will observe New Year on Thursday, January 1, 2026, with offices closed that day and reopening at 8 a.m. on Friday, January 2.

The announcement emphasizes that many county services are available around the clock through online services. Residents who need to renew license plates can use the county online portal or visit kiosks located throughout the county and across the state. These options are intended to reduce the need for in person visits during the holiday period and to help residents complete routine transactions while offices are closed.

Public transportation users should note adjusted Link on Demand hours for the holiday period. Link service will operate during its regularly scheduled hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 24. Link will be closed on Christmas Day. Riders who depend on Link on Demand should confirm trip arrangements in advance to avoid disruption.

The holiday schedule affects routine interactions with county departments, including permitting, licensing, and public records requests that typically require in person assistance. Residents with time sensitive needs are encouraged to use online services where available and to visit renewal kiosks before the holiday closures. Businesses and community organizations that work with county offices should schedule meetings and filings with the adjusted hours in mind.

By providing online access and kiosks the county aims to maintain continuity of services through the holidays while observing traditional closures. Residents who anticipate needing county services over the holiday period should plan ahead and use the online and kiosk options to avoid delays.