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Municipal Happenings

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is October 25

By CPC | Oct 1, 2025

To provide a safe, convenient and responsible way for citizens to dispose of prescription medication that is no longer needed, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) holds two National Prescription Drug…

City manager receives distinguished service award

By CPC | Oct 1, 2025

The Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) recognized Castle Pines City Manager Michael Penny with its Distinguished Service Award (DSA) at the annual DRCOG awards celebration. The event, themed “Innovate,…

Election information

By CPC | Oct 1, 2025

Ballots for the upcoming Coordinated Election on Tuesday, November 4 will be mailed to all eligible voters in Douglas County beginning on Friday, October 10. Follow the checklist below to…

Outdoor story time program expands

By CPC | Aug 27, 2025

In August, the Highlands Ranch Community Association’s Backcountry Wilderness Area (BWA) expanded its Sunshine & Storytime program to serve more children in the community. The program now offers increased weekly…

Fire Restrictions in Place

By CPC | Aug 27, 2025

  Stage 1 Fire Restrictions will be in place for all areas of Douglas County due to heightened fire danger conditions. These restrictions are implemented to reduce the risk of…

Judge upholds denial of McDonald’s

By CPC | Aug 27, 2025

On August 4, a district court judge in Douglas County sided with the City of Castle Pines in upholding the City Council’s denial of a McDonald’s drive-through restaurant in the…

Fall is the season to replace thirsty lawns

By CPC | Aug 27, 2025

We all play a role in preserving Colorado’s most precious resource: water. The Castle Pines North Metro District (CPNMD) partners with Resource Central, an environmental nonprofit, to offer practical tools…

Increased access to behavioral health support

By CPC | Aug 27, 2025

On July 9, the Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) launched Colorado LIFTS (Linking Individuals and Families To Services), a new way to connect people in Colorado with a statewide, connected…

Participation requested in hazardous mitigation survey

By CPC | Aug 27, 2025

The 2026 Douglas County Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) is underway, and the County is asking residents to take a survey to help identify safety issues and potential problems in our…

Fire contained quickly thanks to Helitack team

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

The Louviers fire (also known as the Airport Fire) was 100% contained within three days, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) and the Office of Emergency Management. Thanks…

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